Project Engineer, Controls
Kohler
- Casa Grande, AZ
- $81,050-102,400 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Competitive salary with annual merit increases and bonus potential
- Wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave
- 401k savings plan
- Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service
- Career advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts
- Company-paid relocation package
- Will consider sponsorship and take over sponsorship of employment Visas
- Nearly 300 days of sunshine every year and absolutely no snow!
- Assist in the management of the controls and electrical portion of installation, commissioning, and validation of assigned equipment and processes during the startup of the Casa Grande facility
- Analyze, evaluate, plan methods of approach, and organize a means to achieve solutions of complex technical problems
- Provide technical support, as required, to ensure plant electrical and controls equipment are operating, optimized, and meet all applicable safety standards, including troubleshooting of down equipment as required
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of equipment electrical controls and upgrade as needed
- Help create and implement plans to mitigate any upgrades to equipment electrical controls
- Assist in the Implementation of error proofing solutions that are integrated into the production line or manufacturing process control and/ or electrical systems, such as the integration of cameras, laser sensors, in-process/post process gage systems, data collection, etc.
- Research and evaluate new and existing processes, operations, and support systems for adaptation and/or improvements needed to manufacture Kohler and Sterling products to meet objectives and improve the customer experience
- Maintain proficiency in mechanical/electrical design, as needed, to evaluate and manage improvement projects
- Provide support in the initiation, development, and implementation of continuous improvement projects in areas of responsibility in support of plant initiatives, objectives, and improvements
- Conduct feasibility studies to assure that implementation of recommended improvements would meet objectives with respect to safety, quality, market demands, competitive costs, and general financial criteria
- Work with maintenance team to maintain and update spare parts strategy, recommended preventative maintenance and frequency, etc., for controls equipment
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited engineering or engineering technology program
- 2+ years of experience in developing controls solutions
- Experience creating and reading electrical schematic diagrams for manufacturing equipment required
- Experience with PLC controllers and related products such as remote IO, VFD, Servo, etc. required
- Experience using AutoCAD, preferably in electrical schematic design
- Experience with Vision systems
- Experience with fieldbus networks such as Ethernet/IP
- Knowledge of safety and electrical standards
- Knowledge of SQL database systems including queries and analysis
- Knowledge of programming languages such as .NET / C#, Python, JavaScript, etc.
- Must have a passion for continuous learning and development of new skills and knowledge
- Experience with Allen Bradley Logix 5000 platform
- Experience creating or modifying HMI projects for manufacturing equipment using Ignition, Factory talk View or similar
- Robotic experience
On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!About UsBeyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at .It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal and the .