Controls Engineer

Position:
Controls Engineer

Company:
North Point Technology

Location:
Europe

Employment type:
Full Time

Work Arrangement:
Remote

Short Summary:
North Point Technology is seeking an experienced MES Controls Engineer to support manufacturing operations in a high-volume discrete manufacturing environment, focusing on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), PLC integration, and automation system reliability.

Responsibilities:
- Support MES-to-PLC integrations during system launches, production ramp-ups, and ongoing manufacturing operations.
- Configure, establish, and maintain communications between MES and PLC systems.
- Integrate MES template routines and user-defined data types (UDTs) into PLC programs.
- Create, modify, and maintain PLC tags and logic required to support MES transactions and production reporting.
- Collaborate with Process Engineers and MES teams to ensure successful integration of manufacturing processes.
- Document MES-related PLC modifications, troubleshooting activities, and production support efforts.
- Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial network issues impacting MES functionality and production execution.
- Support the accuracy and integrity of real-time production reporting and manufacturing data.
- Assist in resolving production issues affecting throughput, efficiency, quality, and system performance.
- Partner with production supervisors, operators, and engineering teams to support effective manufacturing workflows.
- Support MES-based quality validation and enforcement processes.
- Maintain and manage part numbers, product structures, and production data within the MES environment.
- Assist with audits, investigations, root cause analysis, and manufacturing data requests.
- Identify opportunities to improve MES functionality, automation performance, and manufacturing processes.
- Support MES enhancements, software updates, system upgrades, and new production rollouts.

Requirement:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience working with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC and HMI platforms.
- Strong PLC programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills.
- Experience supporting manufacturing automation and industrial control systems.
- Knowledge of industrial networking and plant-floor communication protocols.
- Ability to analyze and resolve complex production and system integration issues.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, and production teams.

Benefits:
North Point Technology values its employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance in a close-knit and open atmosphere.