The Controls Engineer (Electrical & Electronic Maintenance) & LOTO Leader is responsible for developing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing electrical, electronic, controls, and automation systems across manufacturing operations. The role provides technical expertise for PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, drives, robotics, sensors, and automated equipment to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing.

In addition, this role serves as the plant Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME), responsible for governing hazardous energy control programs, ensuring machine safety compliance, conducting audits and risk assessments, and promoting a proactive, zero-incident safety culture.

The role also provides technical leadership, coaches and mentors less experienced Controls Engineers and maintenance personnel, and drives continuous improvement across manufacturing processes and equipment.

Electrical, Electronics & Controls Engineering

Provide expert technical support and troubleshooting for PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, servo/VFD drives, sensors, robotics, and automated manufacturing equipment.

Diagnose complex electrical, electronic, and controls-related machine breakdowns and implement effective containment and permanent corrective actions.

Develop, modify, and maintain control systems, machine programs, electrical schematics, software, calibration files, and program version revisions.

Support the installation, commissioning, and technical support of PLC-based hardware and software.

Develop and implement bench tests and modify software and equipment to ensure sensors, actuators, and control systems function according to specifications.

Partner with production, maintenance, engineering, and cross-functional teams to support automated machining, assembly, and testing operations.

Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance activities for electrical and control systems.

Implement hardware, software, and logic modifications to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), cycle time, equipment availability, and reliability.

Develop and implement solutions to improve machine utilization and overall manufacturing performance.

LOTO & Hazardous Energy Control

Serve as the plant Champion and Subject Matter Expert for Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and hazardous energy control.

Develop, review, update, and validate Machine-Specific Energy Control Procedures for new, modified, and existing manufacturing equipment.





Lead hazardous energy risk assessments and safety reviews for equipment modifications, installations, commissioning, and maintenance activities.

Conduct periodic LOTO inspections, field compliance audits, and competency evaluations for authorized and affected personnel.

Conduct qualification and training programs for authorized LOTO employees and contractors.

Promote proactive safety behaviors, risk identification, reporting, and compliance with EHS standards.

Machine Safety, Audits & Incident Investigation

Verify and maintain machine safety systems including safety PLCs, interlocks, light curtains, emergency stops, and guarding systems.

Identify electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls-related hazards and ensure appropriate safe work practices are incorporated into daily activities.

Lead or participate in electrical and machine safety incident and near-miss investigations using structured root cause analysis methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, and other RCA tools.

Participate in internal, external, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 audits and support compliance with applicable electrical, machine safety, and corporate HSE requirements.

Controls Engineering, Projects & Governance

Develop and design control systems and support new equipment installations, upgrades, and manufacturing projects.

Investigate project requirements and develop technical solutions considering cost, resources, personnel, safety, and environmental requirements.

Manage critical electrical and automation spare parts to minimize equipment downtime and operational risks.

Training, Coaching & Collaboration

Develop and deliver technical training for maintenance and engineering teams on electrical troubleshooting, controls systems, schematic interpretation, and safe diagnostic practices.

Coach and mentor less experienced Controls Engineers and technical personnel.

Build effective partnerships with production, maintenance, engineering, EHS, suppliers, and other cross-functional teams.

Communicate technical information effectively to different audiences and maintain technical continuity across shifts.

Promote collaboration, inclusion, and the value of diverse perspectives within the organization.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering,



Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related STEM discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.

Relevant experience in electrical, electronic, controls engineering, automation, and manufacturing maintenance.

Experience in an automated manufacturing, industrial, or automotive workplace is preferred.

Experience in a technical leadership or LOTO leadership role, with demonstrated responsibility for hazardous energy control and safety compliance.

Controls Engineering Knowledge – Applies controls hardware and software expertise to manufacturing systems and equipment.

Controls Networking – Implements technologies and methods to connect machines and manufacturing systems.

Electrical System Troubleshooting – Analyzes and resolves electrical control system issues.

Sensor Technology & Measurement – Applies sensor technologies and measurement techniques to support manufacturing and quality requirements.

Machine Programming – Develops and implements machine programs to improve equipment utilization and performance.

Skills & Experience

Robust knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, industrial communication networks, motor controls, servo/VFD drives, robotics, sensors, actuators, and safety circuits.

Hands-on experience with machine programming, controls hardware and software, and factory automation systems.

Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and controls systems and restore equipment to proper operating conditions.

Knowledge of controls networking and technologies used to connect machines and manufacturing systems for process optimization.

Understanding of sensor technology, measurement systems, and data interpretation for manufacturing and quality applications.

Electrical & Machine Safety

Solid understanding of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls-related hazards in manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of machine safety systems, risk assessment methodologies, hazardous energy control, and LOTO requirements.

Solid structured problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, including 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, and other RCA methodologies.

Experience using Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and continuous improvement techniques.

Ability to analyze equipment performance, downtime, MTBF, MTTR, and OEE data to identify improvement opportunities.

Ability to manage multiple technical priorities and provide effective support during equipment breakdowns, projects, and process changes.

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