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Consolidated Precision Products Corp.

Controls and Automation Engineer

Consolidated Precision Products Corp., Albany, Oregon, United States, 97321

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Controls and Automation Engineer (Albany, OR) Controls and Automation Engineer

Summary:

The Controls and Automation Engineer reports to the Facilities Manager and is responsible for maintaining and improving the functionality and performance of mission critical automation and control systems in an industrial environment. The position will work with Maintenance, Production, Quality, Information Technologies, and Process Engineering departments to accomplish goals related to automation, process, and quality improvements, cost reduction, and equipment obsolescence and integration.

Essential Functions:

Design, implement, and integrate controls and automation systems

Analyze and troubleshoot equipment and process problems using control systems, SCADA, data archive, and analysis tools

Lead, execute, and be accountable for large projects with limited supervision

Design and administer automation system training packages

Migrate obsolete and control systems to robust modern systems

Implement controls and automation solutions to improve equipment reliability

Prepare specification for purchase of material, components, systems, services, and equipment

Create and modify controls schematics, single line diagrams, instrument loop drawings, and control system flow diagrams

Oversee, direct and supervise contractors and consultants during construction, modification, and installation of plant equipment, facilities, and systems

Lead/participate in problem-solving activities; engineer and implement solutions

Analyze process data and support continuous improvement efforts

Support operations to optimize process performance

Manage special projects as directed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities typically required to perform the essential functions of this job:

Knowledge of:

Industrial control systems architecture and configuration

Programmable Automation Controllers

Human Machine Interfaces

High speed / multi‑axis motion control

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition

Capital funding and accounting practices

Skilled in:

Advanced computer and software skills

Project management

Proficiencyof Microsoft Office Suite programs

Communicating and interacting professionally with all levels of staff

Reading and interpreting schematics/blueprints

Ability to:

Work independently and within a team

Plan and monitor multiple projects simultaneously

Read and understand technical manuals, schematics, and technical drawings

Apply safe work practices in an industrial environment

Education, Certifications and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering with exposure to Automation, Programming, or control systems theory or equivalent experience

At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Working Conditions under which the essential function of this job are typically performed:

Majority of job duties performed in a typical office setting

Frequent trips into Industrial manufacturing environment.

Exposure to noise, vibration, heat/cold, and industrial mobile equipment.

Occasional local travel to vendor sites.

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) is an industry‑leading manufacturer of highly‑engineered components and sub‑assemblies, supplying the commercial aerospace, military and industrial markets with small‑to‑large “function critical” products. CPP provides its customers with a “total solution” source, taking them from concept to finished product with one of the broadest and most diverse product offerings in the industry. More information about our company can be found at: http://www.cppcorp.com/

U.S. person status is required for this position in order to comply with the Arms Export Control and Export Administration Act. U.S. persons are U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

CPP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.

This is a full time position

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