Electrical Controls Engineer jobs in Kingsport, TN

Controls Engineer 

Who We Are 

At OBE, together, we build excellence every day.  We are driven by our passion to lead our industry and build a sustainable future, we focus on exceeding customer expectations and delivering innovative solutions. We succeed through the dedication of our empowered teams and partners who fuel our ambition to achieve excellence in the markets where we have a right to win.

We believe safety, integrity, performance culture, teamwork, customer centricity, and agility are at the core of who we are and how we operate each day to achieve success. 

The Controls Engineer position identifies, leads, and implements cost reduction or operational continuous improvement initiatives, supporting efficiency improvement for the plant.  This role will manage project responsibilities ranging from equipment upgrades to lean manufacturing projects to reduce waste. 

Job Summary

The 1st Shift full-time Manufacturing Engineer in our Midway, TN facility isn’t just a job - it’s a starting point to an awesome career with a great company.  We hire motivated individuals who want to grow with us. We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.  We have an incredible track record of promoting from within at our facility. Opportunities to advance into higher roles of responsibility and pay are everywhere. You can be our next success story!

This role is perfect for an individual who approaches their work professionally, loves to be a part of a team, and wants to help us get better every day.  If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!

Here’s What You’ll Get To Do

• Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering and manufacturing production problems through identification and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes including conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, conferring with suppliers, and soliciting observations from the operators/production technicians.
• Refine and enhance processes by applying continuous improvement and key Lean manufacturing production principles and techniques to areas of production. Recommend product changes/improvements.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow space requirements, and equipment layout. Coordinate input that may cross multiple teams or areas; make recommendations and implement changes.
• Create and execute site strategic capital plan, ensuring an acceptable return on investment, replacement of worn obsolete equipment, expansion of capacity to meet sales growth, equipment modification or replacement related to changes or cost reductions, as well as development of expanded productive capacity for innovations and new products.
• Oversee capital project activities for plant including defining scope and cost, securing funding approval, developing project plans, documenting, and managing projects and budget through implementation and review, and reporting on progress toward business objectives.
• Produce operational and financial analysis required for a capital project justification.
• Develop and provide engineering analysis and recommendations, technical drawing, and equipment layout.
• Coordinate selection, design and layout of equipment and control systems to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Support plant continuous improvement initiatives by initiating design changes and modification to improve process reliability, meet cost reduction goals.
• Identify and implement solutions for issues relating to safety, quality, productivity, and cost reductions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve processes, identify, troubleshoot, and resolve safety, quality and/or productivity issues.
• Share specialized knowledge with others. Represent company on specific projects, lead and participate on project teams.

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• 4-year degree in Engineering or other related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with Lean/TPS manufacturing principles.
• Experience working with Solid Works and/or other CAD/CAE systems
• Experience working with PLC Logic and other Process Control Systems
• Experience with Statistical Analysis, Six-Sigma and/or SPC
• Experience in Project Management with the ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities and easily adapt to changing situations. Microsoft Project experience a plus
• Knowledge and understanding of, but not limited to, Industrial Automation, Vision, fluid Power Systems (Hydraulic/Pneumatic)
• An uncompromising safety-first approach in the workplace. At OBE we have each other’s back

What OBE Offers You

• • • Competitive pay
    • Paid time off
    • 10 Holidays (inclusive of 2 floating holidays)
    • Market competitive 401(k) match
    • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits
    • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
    • Life Insurance

About OBE

At OBE, we believe the work of our employees truly matters. From apartments in New York to office buildings in Toronto, stadiums in Dallas, and universities in Atlanta, our teams contribute to the projects that shape the world where we live, work, heal, and play. 

OBE delivers products to a broad customer base of architects, glaziers, contractors, and developers serving diversified residential and commercial construction end-markets. With over 6,700 employees, we operate 82 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries.  

If you want to help us build something great- we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager for consideration. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!  

OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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