Senior Controls Engineer
Company: Charter Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Location: Risingsun
Posted on: June 28, 2025
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Job Description:
Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned
business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the
team and become part of our family! We’re adding a Senior Controls
Engineer position located at our Fostoria OH facility. (Relocation
benefits within the US available.) Job Summary: The Senior Controls
Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining systems that
support both hardware and software aspects of motion control,
SCADA, and automation projects. This role will collaborate closely
with the maintenance and operations teams to enhance safety
protocols, minimize downtime, and drive business advancement
through modernization and digitization initiatives. What You Will
Do on a Typical Day: Solve complex control engineering challenges
and program using IEC 61131-3 languages within Rockwell Automation
and Siemens toolsets. Provide 24/7 support for businesses and
manage multiple projects simultaneously. Collaborate with
maintenance and operations teams to fix root-cause issues, reduce
downtime, and improve safety. Design, select, manage, program, and
commission automation equipment to enhance existing systems,
including PLC programming and interfacing with HMI, MES, and SQL
database systems. Enable internal and external partners to
understand design standards, implementation strategies, and best
practices, while maintaining proper documentation. Identify
opportunities to increase safety, reduce costs, increase
efficiency, and improve quality. Mentor and train others to improve
safety, lower downtime, and expand off-hour support resources. What
You Will Need: Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering or Math) or commensurate experience. Five plus years of
professional experience with automation and control systems design.
High level of proficiency working with PLC Hardware, PLC
programming, automation controls, and Control Systems Ability to
contribute on large scale projects. Knowledge of Electrical
Standards (NFPA79, National Electric code, UL508A). Knowledge of
Safety standards (ANSI B11/RIA 15, OSHA). Good working knowledge of
CAD for updating and creating electrical drawings. Applicable
knowledge of HMI and programming languages. Availability for
on-call rotation 2-4x per month US Citizen or Green Card Holder
“Nice to Have” Experience: Demonstrated experience in full-cycle
project management of CapEx projects Eight plus years of
professional experience with automation and control systems design.
Experience with multiple PLC languages. Experience in Power Systems
and Power Electronics. Proficiency programming and tuning variable
frequency drives Heavy Industrial or similar industrial experience.
Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing
environments Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet networks, Wireless
Networks, and field bus networking. Experience with motion control
systems consisting of motors, drives, and encoders. Knowledge of
cyber-security protocols and methods to ensure systems are secure
and protected. Why do Engineers like working at Charter? Our family
culture fosters positive personal connections, and you'll have
opportunities for career advancement through classes and training.
Employees appreciate working on meaningful projects that push their
critical thinking and benefit from innovation fueled by continual
reinvestment. Join us to tailor your career path and make a
significant impact. Apply today! LI-PF1 LI-ONSITE
CharterManufacturing CharterCareers OneFamilyOneTeam We offer
comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a
401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing.
Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability
coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
Keywords: Charter Manufacturing Co., Inc., Pontiac , Senior Controls Engineer, Engineering , Risingsun, Michigan
