Senior Controls Engineer

2 weeks ago

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Westlake Full time

Westlake Royal Building Products: A Leader in Innovation and Excellence

We are seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer to play a pivotal role in enhancing operational reliability and efficiency across our twelve Westlake Royal Building Products plants. This engineer will lead and execute new automation projects throughout the various facilities, advancing Industry 4.0 initiatives and ensuring seamless connectivity and reliability through meticulous PLC program documentation and controls.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Elevate PLC programming controls, establish programming standards for suppliers, implement redundant program backups, and optimize local and remote PLC connectivity to improve plant reliability.
  • Design, debug, and refine PLC ladder logic, emphasizing code that is impeccably organized, structured, comprehensively documented, easily maintainable, and reusable, interfacing with critical subsystems including conveyors, robots, gantry systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), machine vision, and 3rd party equipment.
  • Provide invaluable guidance to capital engineers and plant technicians in equipment construction, troubleshooting, and documentation, serving as the division-wide Controls Subject Matter Expert (SME).
  • Lead automation projects, including concept work, equipment specification, controls development, factory acceptance testing, installation, and commissioning/debug, and training.
  • Act as a controls resource during design phase for priority automation or capital projects, reviewing current electrical drawings to ensure seamless equipment and safety integrations.
  • Identify, cultivate, and implement best proactive process controls, driving efficiency across plant networks.
  • Establish and fortify Operational Technology (OT) networks, paving the way for seamless integration of Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities across all plants.
  • Develop, review, and maintain crucial documentation, files, procedures, databases, drawings, and schematics to ensure the integrity of unit instrument and process control technologies.
  • Optimize equipment performance through the implementation of robust control schemes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define clear priorities and project objectives aligned with organizational goals.
  • Apply advanced engineering principles to effectively troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, or other related Engineering discipline.
  • 10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, with a minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in controls.
  • Proficiency in Ladder Logic Programming specifically with Allen Bradley RS Logix and Siemens SIMATIC.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Industrial Communication Protocols, specifically Ethernet IP desired; experience with legacy controls system migration a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of engineering principles, equipment design, and manufacturing processes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with effective troubleshooting and resolution of technical challenges.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication for technical documentation and effective interaction.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is sometimes moderate when working in an office, however, some of the work may be required in the operating units which mandates usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel up to 50%, will vary with stage of projects.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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