Sylmar, California, USA
9 days ago
PLC Controls Engineer

As the Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) project management and implementation across the Aerospace SBU. This position is a Hybrid role working 3 days onsite and 2 days remote at our Mojave, CA. facilities with some workday being at our Sylmar, CA. location as needed. You will report to the Process Engineer Manager.
 

Key Responsibilities

Participating as a team member in a specific phase of an engineering assignment; directing preparation of appropriate documentation for assigned projects; providing technical leadership to a small group of temporarily assigned engineers and technicians; e

Incumbent will develop RFQs, SOW and directly manage vendors and contractors, plan and execute the totality of the project, direct workflow reviews as needed, and coordinate equipment installation.

Field supervision of employees and contractors, improving labor relations, and leading inter-disciplinary teams.

Project and special process documentation, including technical writing of standard operating procedures (SOP), operations manuals, and training documentation.

Assist with capital budgeting and fiscal control of projects, justifying ROA/ROE/ROI, total bid process including bidder lists and bid comparison, strategic cost avoidance and reduction

Implementation of aerospace strategic SCADA throughout the SBU. This includes hardware and software selection and installation. Keep each facilities SCADA system up to date, standardized from facility to facility and work with manufacturing departments at each facility to develop real time display of metrics.

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Salary Range $100,000-$120,000 plus annual bonus
 

Qualifications

US Citizen

Bachelor's degree in Software/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent work experience, certifications

Ability to travel up to 25% with reasonable accommodation

Experience with GE Proficy a Plus, understanding interfacing with PLC’s, primarily Allen Bradley.

5+ years of experience

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. 
 
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
 

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