Senior Controls Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Controls Engineer role at Stryten EnergyOverviewWe are looking for a self-starter with excellent problem‑solving, communication, and project management skills. Must be able to effectively direct, coordinate, and exercise functional authority for planning, control, and timely completion of assigned engineering projects within the area of responsibility by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervision. Project emphasis is placed on safety, budgeting, work quality, quantity, and teamwork. Work effectively with all departments to establish operational efficiency of production equipment, which relates to the elimination of recurring equipment issues, continuous improvement, equipment modular quick change, and setup reduction. Supports continuous improvements through lean initiatives, automation, modification of existing equipment and processes, along with new equipment development.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for producing control systems and application programs that are safe, logical, and functional according to the defined scope of work.Provide controls engineering support to the Oxide, Metals, Pasting, Assembly, Formation, and Shipping Departments as required.Analyze engineering sketches, specifications, and related data and drawings to determine design factors.Provide technical support for troubleshooting, maintaining, and upgrading Programmable Logic Controllers and automated processes.Build SCADA and MES solutions to improve our manufacturing efficiency and help drive strategic process improvements.Review product design for compliance with engineering lean principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements, and related specifications.Coordinate activities concerning technical developments (automation), scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.Direct integration of technical activities and products.Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases as required.Control expenditures within the limitations of project budgets.Prepare interim and completion project reports.Use computer‑assisted design/drafting equipment and software to develop designs.Ensure compliance with all local, state, and Federal OSHA, EPA, and Employment laws.Review and comply with Quality Initiatives and ISO/TS: 16949 procedures.Will be required to conduct training classes with Technicians to improve our support staff.Additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and company goals.Hazardous waste training shall be provided to the employee within six months of the date the employee filled this position, and a review of this training shall be provided every 12 months thereafter. The employee will complete a program of classroom instruction. The employee shall be supervised until training is completed. The training shall consist of a review of proper management of hazardous waste, satellite accumulation containers, how to review and prepare a hazardous waste manifest, and proper labeling requirements.QualificationsB.S. in Controls Engineering, or related field, required.Minimum of five (5) years of experience in automation design with electronic circuit technology (analog, digital, and/or high voltage) and Programmable Logic Controllers. Knowledge required in the design, repair, and analysis of machinery, electronics systems, programmable logic controllers, analog circuits, and simulation tools.Physical RequirementsThis position requires you to be on site at our Salina, KS site. General walking, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., and climbing to access workstations and related equipment and processes. Work environment: General Office, Fabrication Shop, and Production Floor.Equipment UsedMust possess the required computer skills to operate properly and effectively. Computer skills that will be required relate to Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Minitab. Other computer skills are required to properly and successfully complete assigned tasks.TravelOccasional domestic travel may be necessary to fulfill business needs and support various projects and initiatives.EEOStryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.About Our CompanyStryten Energy helps solve the world's most pressing energy challenges with a broad range of energy storage solutions across the Essential Power, Motive Power, Transportation, Military and Government sectors. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we partner with some of the world's most recognized companies to meet the growing demand for reliable and sustainable energy storage capacity. Stryten powers everything from submarines to subcompacts, microgrids, warehouses, distribution centers, cars, trains and trucks. Our stored energy technologies include advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries, intelligent chargers and energy performance management software that keep people on the move and supply chains running. An industry leader backed by more than a century of expertise, Stryten has the energy to challenge the status quo and deliver top‑performing energy solutions for today and tomorrow. Learn more at stryten.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr