Controls Engineer

TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer to work at our operations office in Joplin, Missouri or one of our manufacturing facilities at various U.S. locations. The Controls Engineer will provide support to all TAMKO manufacturing locations by optimizing the efficiency, reliability, and automation of new and existing web handling production processes with special emphasis on Siemens 505 series PLCs and S7 PLCs.

Summary Of Essential Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the TAMKO Manufacturing Playbook and Playlist. Support and apply the Playbook/Playlist in all areas.
• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of Tuning, synchronizing, and sequencing Siemens drives in web handling applications in support of reliability and automation efforts. Drive systems include S110, G120 and S120 Siemens Drive systems, Micromaster, Baldor 18h series, various AC vector and low-voltage systems, DC drives (Joliet, Parker, Siemens, etc.) and others.
• Read and troubleshoot machine electrical drawings.
• Configure PLC message instructions and network settings.
• Develop Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), controls narratives, and testing protocols for new and existing systems.
• Develop basic PLC programs and operator interfaces in accordance with TAMKO’s Programming Standards to include the development and use of all documentation requirements, use of modular programming, use of TAMKO’s Object Oriented Programming Library, state logic diagrams and state logic programming, version control, and established security requirements.
• Work with Plant Systems, manufacturing facilities, and other TAMKO organizations to develop enterprise wide hardware, programming, and documentation standards for controls and drives systems.
• Mentor and assist with the training of controls specialists, electricians, electrical engineers at TAMKO’s Engineering & Construction division, Plant Systems and the manufacturing facilities.
• Work with outside contractors and consultants on specifying equipment, controls, drives and system installs as necessary.
• Maintain awareness of new capabilities and technologies as they relate to controls, drives and web handling. When applicable, lead the implementation and adoption of new technologies.
• Generate business for plant systems by developing and maintaining relationships with key plant personnel and discussing potential projects while on site. Be customer oriented and remain engaged with the customer even after a job is complete.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 2 years of industry experience with web-handling applications and controls/drives programming.
• Basic knowledge of web handling production processes.
• Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing systems.
• Analytical thinker with problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of Siemens, Simatic, and Simotion drives and controls (emphasis on S120s).
• Working knowledge of other drives/controllers (i.e. Micromaster, Baldor 18h).
• PLC logic development (Primarily Siemens 505 and Step 7 (S7) Series Systems).
• Participate in a rotational monitoring of emergency support requests up to 15% of the time.
• Mechanical/electrical systems knowledge.
• Schematic proficiency.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and SCADA systems.
• Travel up to 15% of the time.
• Complete TAMKO provided training including Siemens refresher courses, web handling seminars, equipment seminars/tradeshows and OSHA training.
• Optimization skills for Siemens S120 drive systems and Wonderware object-oriented HMI development in System Platform preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to position himself/herself to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or or maintain heavy plant equipment. This may require climbing stairs/ladders, bending, kneeling, crawling, squatting and/or stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and may occasionally lift or move heavier objects with assistance.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work around moving mechanical parts, at elevated heights, where dusts and fumes could be present in the air, with or in proximity to chemicals, in hot environments, around electrical equipment, and in a loud environment. The employee must have the ability to understand and mitigate these and other risks, including by following all prescribed safety rules, and must have the ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, if necessary.
  
  

In addition to competitive wages, TAMKO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other valuable benefits.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required and is subject to change at any time based on business needs.

About TAMKO

TAMKO Building Products LLC is one of the nation's largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products, waterproofing products, and related building materials. Headquartered in Galena, Kansas, TAMKO has been committed to innovation, quality, and customer service for over 80 years. Our success is driven by our people — individuals who take pride in their work, share an ownership mindset, and are dedicated to delivering excellence. At TAMKO, we strive to foster a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and succeed.