Controls Engineer - Electrical Engineer

Put your knowledge to work.  Seeking a talented Controls Engineer to provide programming and troubleshooting of our automated systems including PLC’s, PC’s, Servo’s, Robots, HMI’s, AC/DC Drives.  The Electrical Engineer will integrate automation and improve capabilities at our modern manufacturing facility located just east of the US 12 - US 31 Bypass, 10 miles North of South Bend. We encapsulate glass with an injection molding process and assemble windows for the automotive original equipment manufacturer customer. With a broad range of customers and investments in new technology and new model launches you can unleash your potential with us!

Are you looking for a role with better work-life balance? APPLY TODAY. We are work from home flexible, especially with projects and programming.  

Seeking a team who prioritizes Quality and Safety as paramount - and walks the talk? APPLY TODAY. Be a part of our track record of success.

Looking for a company serious about investing in your education and development? APPLY TODAY. Graduate level degree reimbursement and promotional opportunities at our facility or others in the US or around the world!

Looking for a team focused on innovation, initiative, and results? APPLY TODAY. We reward innovation through our quick kaizen program and great team results equal monthly bonuses.

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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a fantastic 401k that DOUBLES your personal contribution, great Anthem benefits; generous vacation and these other great perks:

Onsite Nurse & FREE Massages; Onsite FREE fitness center; 12 Paid Holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years; Paid Medical Leave; South Bend Cubs Tickets; Site Performance Bonus Program; Birthday and Anniversary Awards; Veteran's Day recognition; Tuition Reimbursement including Graduate Degrees; Onsite Convenience Store; FREE meals and other monthly recognition events; Safe, Secure and Clean Work Environment; Annual Raises; Employee Suggestion Program with prizes; Family Atmosphere - Respectful - Community Activities; FREE Safety toed shoes / boots; Environmentally Friendly Reduce - Reuse - Recycle; FREE coffee Fridays; MORE!

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Provide consultation, analysis, evaluation and review of problems regarding automation, advanced methods and equipment. Assists in the development of new products or processes and systems.  Contributes to research and development projects to meet future demands when necessary.

• Assist with mechanical improvements through TPM, P.M., and Capital Expenditure Projects.  Assist with the commissioning of new plant and equipment and other systems to ensure that this introduction into the production facility is handled efficiently and with minimum disruption.
• System/Project design, costing and implementation from concept to completion to include capital improvement programs.  Coordinate all project controls/electrical activities to ensure that project timing, quality, and cost targets are attained.  Supervise and/or direct contractors, suppliers, or other technical people as required. Act at times as overall project manager on highly automated/high controls-content projects
• Perform hands-on programming/debug/troubleshooting of numerous types of automation equipment.  Assist Maintenance/Production team members as a resource for trouble shooting equipment.
• Monitor process performance in order to identify areas for improvement, coordinating corrective actions as necessary.  Ensure that process standards correspond to the plant’s objectives, costs and supply in order to meet the needs of the customer.  Instigate studies and actions to improve the efficiency of the plant. 
• Works in compliance with all safety rules and regulations to provide and support a safe working environment and reliable, ergonomic systems and machines.  Will develop safeguards and improve team member safety through process improvements. 
• Maintain/update mechanical and site drawings.  Designs, develops, implements, and modifies production equipment, procedures and processes. Write detailed technical specifications for projects, equipment, and processes.
• Ensure equipment and layouts are compliant with current Safety and Environmental guidelines, local and national electrical codes.
• Trains team members in Equipment operation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), problem solving, TQ Techniques (5S & TPM) and ensure regular audits for the maintenance of such procedures.  May be required to assist in additional training;

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or combination of education and experience.
• High level knowledge and support/programming and troubleshooting capability of Machine Control Systems Automated manufacturing systems, to include PLC’s, PC’s, Servo’s, Robots, HMI’s, AC/DC Drives.
• Good problem solving, mathematical and mechanical skills
• Strong computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented, hands on and self-motivated.
• Excellent communication and human relation skills.  Also well-developed interpersonal skills, verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and work well under pressure.

Qualifications Desired:

• 3-5 Years experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Injection molding knowledge.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt
• Robotics Programming and troubleshooting – ABB and Fanuc
• PLC programming and troubleshooting – Allen Bradley and Texas Instruments
• Motion Control programming and troubleshooting
• CAD drawing capabilities – AutoCAD and Eplan
• Code understanding to include NEC, NFPA70 and OSHA

The NSG Group is a global glass leader - operating under the Pilkington brand in the Architectural and Automotive markets.

The NSG Group's reputation for manufacturing excellence and technological innovation is based upon years of experience, reliability, providing high quality glass products to rapidly evolving and technically challenging markets.

Pilkington invented the float process in 1952 and it is now the world standard for high quality glass production. The NSG Group continues to develop new manufacturing methods and innovative uses for glass.

The company makes glass that can help save, manage and generate energy, and we believe our products will play a significant role in addressing climate change and other environmental challenges.

NSG Group operates in three main sectors:

• Architectural supplies glass for buildings and solar energy applications.
• Automotive serves the original equipment, aftermarket replacement and specialized transport glazing markets.
• Technical Glass products include very thin glass for touch screens, anti-reflective glass for digital displays, lenses and light guides for printers, and glass fiber, used in battery separators and engine timing belts.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.

Top 10 Reasons to Work at the NSG Group

1. The company is rich in heritage and tradition - Through the years, three major glass companies would become entwined: Libbey-Owens-Ford in North America, Pilkington in the UK and Nippon Sheet Glass (now called the NSG Group) in Japan.

Through the years, three major glass companies would become entwined: Libbey-Owens-Ford in North America, Pilkington in the UK and Nippon Sheet Glass (now called the NSG Group) in Japan.

2. Commitment to High Quality-The NSG Group is one of the world's largest manufacturers of glass and glazing products for the architectural, automotive industry and technical glass sectors. At the NSG Group you can feel confident that your work will make a difference throughout the globe.

3. Working Safely and Ethically -NSG Group's Safety First culture is engrained in how we operate. In all aspects of our business, you will experience a safe and ethical work environment where our team members, our customers, and the community is top of mind and always comes first.

4. Innovation and Technology –Innovation is about making new ideas happen, and we trust our employees to do that. Manufacturing Excellence and investments in technology focuses on new products and processes and offers opportunities for you to imagine, create, and innovate in every aspect of your work. Our Quick Kaizen program offers incentives for employees to make suggestions and implement them to improve the workplace.

5. Global Company -Our global presence in more than 30 countries offers you the chance to work for a company and find opportunities around the world. At NSG Group you will work on teams with people with different backgrounds and ideas in facilities across the world. This way we truly understand and deliver on the needs of our customers.

6. Great People -At NSG Group you are surrounded by respectful, fun, committed, intelligent, passionate people wanting to make a difference. Come for the opportunity to make a difference and stay for the great people that will become your other family.

7. Career Success -At NSG Group we have a strong tradition of growing people who deliver excellent results. We average over 50 promotions per year among our Niles workforce. People with great attitudes and demonstrated abilities are placed in new roles, provided support, and their potential is unleashed. You can trust that NSG will help you find success. We are committed to training and education with millions of dollars invested in development and tuition reimbursement.

8. Diversity and Inclusion –We know that all kinds of people can be successful at NSG Group. With over 50% of employees identifying as female, nearly 1/3 identifying as non-white, and nearly half of all employees over the age of 40, we believe that our company represents the diverse markets we operate in. Each person represents something special and helps NSG shine.

9. Great Pay/Benefits -NSG Group will take good care of you and your family. We regularly benchmark our benefits and pay programs against those of other leading companies where we operate and update our programs to ensure they are aligned to drive satisfaction and long-term growth for both our employees and our businesses.

10. Team based environment -When you join NSG Group, you will become part of a collaborative team, working closely with your colleagues to innovate and exceed expectations! We believe in serving the communities in which we operate and have programs to encourage you to give back.

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.  Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or national origin.  Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying.