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This position requires 50% travel 

The IPG Automation Engineer will support the development and implementation of electrical and controls projects, provide automation and maintenance support to the plants, and implement process controls in a manner consistent with CertainTeed IPG principles in our twenty-seven (27) manufacturing and five (5) mining facilities across the United States (US). This position will support the implementation of strategic initiatives and capital projects related to process, automation, and power/electrical. The IPG Automation Engineer will be accountable for the execution of improvement-focused projects, and training of staff for multiple sites that include Ceilings, Insulation, Plasterboard, Finishing and Mining operations. This position will also implement process controls tools and assist in using those tools to ensure that processes are in control and process variations are reduced.

Develop/Install/Commission Plant Controls & Automation Systems, including PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, MES Data Collection and IIOT networks. Design and execute retrofit projects involving AC drives, servo drives, HMI and PLC modifications in accordance with Corporate modernization plan. Support Rebuild and Plant Expansion projects which requires extended time away Direct contractors, third-party controls engineering partners and suppliers Prepare, schedule, coordinate, monitor and provide status for all assigned projects Perform all aspects of project management and design engineering for those projects Develop Scopes of Work and estimates for potential projects Monitor compliance in all areas, maintain quality control in every area (budget, scheduling, planning, expediting, receiving, AR/AP) throughout the project lifecycle. “Hands-On” problem solver capable of providing on-site and remote support to multiple plants to solve complex automation related issues and any difficult troubleshooting issues. Collaborate with the plant Production and Engineering Managers to coordinate changes in the production process and resolve equipment malfunctions. Develop/Enforce Process Controls Standards, Design/Specify Controls System architectures Support process engineers in process optimization tasks, problems analysis, solution development and implementation of corrective actions. Leads and participates in Focus Improvement teams to resolve critical process and production problems with customers and vendors.