What are the responsibilities and job description for the PS P&E - Automation Controls Engineer position at The Duracell Company?
Job Description
Duracell is an iconic brand and the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance alkaline batteries, power cells, and rechargeables. We are the most trusted source of personal power because of our sustained commitment to innovation, producing more compact, more powerful, and longer lasting batteries. The Duracell Global Process & Engineering organization develops, designs, and delivers technologies to improve our products and manufacturing systems around the world.
In this role, the Automation Controls Engineer will work with power, controls and information systems to initiate and lead improvements to deliver cost reduction, scrap reduction and process/data reliability. The engineer will implement/support various machine control systems and verify safe and correct operation.
Key Responsibilities: - ****Duracell does not offer sponsorship****
Required Qualifications:
Duracell is the world’s leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell’s products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a “can do” attitude is highly valued.
Duracell is an iconic brand and the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance alkaline batteries, power cells, and rechargeables. We are the most trusted source of personal power because of our sustained commitment to innovation, producing more compact, more powerful, and longer lasting batteries. The Duracell Global Process & Engineering organization develops, designs, and delivers technologies to improve our products and manufacturing systems around the world.
In this role, the Automation Controls Engineer will work with power, controls and information systems to initiate and lead improvements to deliver cost reduction, scrap reduction and process/data reliability. The engineer will implement/support various machine control systems and verify safe and correct operation.
- Duracell does not offer sponsorship****
Key Responsibilities: - ****Duracell does not offer sponsorship****
- Implement/support various automated controls technologies including PLC systems, control and communication networks, SCADA (server and standalone) systems, PC based Integration software systems, VFD and servo drives, Robotics, vision systems, program and parameter-based instrumentation and other advanced sensor technologies.
- Design power distribution systems and verify correct implementation for power generation, transmission, and utilization, including troubleshooting any issues that arise.
- Partner with plant technicians, engineers and equipment vendors to deliver control systems upgrades that provide optimal equipment operation to produce quality products at the lowest cost while maintaining the safety of people who interact with equipment. Own the project from concept all the way through technician training and startup.
- Pro-actively seek out losses and improvement opportunities throughout the manufacturing plants.
- Follow and leverage the proper engineering and project management tools and work processes.
- Develops deep mastery in selected areas of technology.
- ****Duracell does not offer sponsorship****
- Knowledge of PLC, HMI, Servo and VFD Drives and advanced sensor technologies.
- Experience defining and writing requirements for automation solutions.
- Visions systems, robotic systems, and SCADA systems knowledge and experience are a plus, including ML/AI.
- Seeks out knowledge and is able to quickly grasp technical concepts and grow personal expertise.
- Manages time effectively by understanding assignment requirements, prioritizing objectives, and scheduling tasks accordingly.
- Listens and communicates well in a team environment.
- Is analytical; uses sound judgement in decision making by basing decisions on factual information.
- Shows personal initiative and drives for results to ensure engineering deliverables meet cost and schedule requirements.
- Exhibits high level of integrity and directness/candor.
- Can coach and teach new and challenging tasks.
- Displays excellent written/oral communication skills.
- Quickly adapts to changing environments and business direction.
Required Qualifications:
- ****Duracell does not offer sponsorship****
- Minimum B.S. in Engineering with preference for Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- >3 years of experience in a related field engineering position is desired.
- Experience with automated controls technologies. This could include PLC systems, control and communication networks, PC based Integration software systems, VFD and servo drives, Robotics, vision systems, program and parameter-based instrumentation and other advanced sensor technologies.
- Experience with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) applications. This Includes distributed automation control applications, data archiving, automation software applications, virtual server control, application database and reporting tools. Knowledge of high-level programming languages is a plus.
- This position involves 10-25%, or more, travel (domestic and potentially international) as needed, to successfully deliver the key responsibilities.
Duracell is the world’s leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell’s products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a “can do” attitude is highly valued.