Automation Engineer II

Saint-Gobain North America

4.7

Silver Grove, KY

Why you should apply for a job to Saint-Gobain North America:

  • 4.7/5 in overall job satisfaction

  • 4.6/5 in supportive management

  • 100% say women are treated fairly and equally to men

  • 100% would recommend this company to other women

  • 91% say the CEO supports gender diversity

  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Parental leave for both parents

  • Enhanced fertility and gender reassignment services

  • Eligibility for domestic partner benefits

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    Position summary

    Position Description

    Job Summary

     “What We Do Matters”

    Why work for us?

    At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

    “This Job Matters”

    What’s the job?

    Through the application of engineering fundamentals and advanced process control tools, this position will ensure that processes are centered, capable and in control; reduce process variations; and resolve special causes variation. 

    The Automation Engineer will also support the plant and company strategic initiatives including capital projects that involve electrical process control systems and provide leadership in the implementation and support of plant automation, electrical and database systems.

    The scope of this position covers all main sub-station, PLC services and electrical maintenance.  Reliability of the electrical and systems instrumentation equipment in the plant including the main sub-station and PLC service and maintenance.  Reliability of the electrical / systems instrumentation equipment.  Completeness and accuracy of the equipment files and history.  Electrical PM activities with established program.  Efficiency and effectiveness of such PM program.

    • Responsible for planning, evaluating, organizing, and implementing automation related projects and initiatives.

    • Plans overall operation of the automation and electrical areas and ensures achievement of goals and objectives.

    • Responsibilities include designing or developing new process control systems and revising / maintaining of existing processes; developing and implementing WCM projects; managing and guiding contractors, consultants, and suppliers; identifying new opportunities and solutions with cost / benefit analysis and making recommendations to improve efficiencies.

    • appropriate resources to plan and implement controls projects.

    • Develops and maintains relationships with key suppliers for certain instrumentation, automation, and electrical process control systems.

    • Collaborates with the Production and Engineering Managers to coordinate changes in the production process and resolve equipment malfunctions.

    • Develops and maintains PLC/HMI systems from the plant floor to management and financial levels.

    • Provides technical expertise, support, and enhancement of automation related systems (PLC / HMI / VFD / Instrumentation / Data and Voice Networks / plant electrical distribution systems) and implements required updates to avoid technical obsolescence.

    • Uses advanced tools / techniques to reduce process variations and downtime.

    • Identifies and resolves special cause variation in the process.

    Required Qualifications

     “Your Skills Matter”

    What do you bring?

    • Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or similar discipline or equivalent experience.
    • Three to Five (3-5) years of applied professional experience
    • Applied professional experience in electrical process control, instrumentation, automation and computer and data communication systems in a manufacturing environment.
    • Experience with National Electrical Code (NEC) and Arc-Flash (NFPA-70) code requirements.
    • Understanding of Burner Flames Safety controls (NFPA-86) combustion controls
    • Expertise in integrated automation and information systems in a manufacturing environment.
    • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.

    Come be a part of our bigger purpose to change the world!

    Company Summary

    “You Matter to Us”

    What are our perks?

    We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

    • Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental

    • Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program

    • Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)

    • Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career

    • Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends

    • Employee Recognition Programs

    • PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace

    • LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

    Legal Statement

    Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

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    What are Saint-Gobain North America perks and benefits

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    About the company

    Industry: Industrial: Building Materials Manufacturing

    Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest building materials companies and manufacturer of innovative material solutions, helps create great living spaces by combining comfort and sustainability. For more than three-and-a-half centuries, Saint-Gobain has been enhancing the wellbeing of people everywhere, whether it’s by addressing climate change, delivering true ...

    Why you should apply for a job to Saint-Gobain North America:

  • 4.7/5 in overall job satisfaction

  • 4.6/5 in supportive management

  • 100% say women are treated fairly and equally to men

  • 100% would recommend this company to other women

  • 91% say the CEO supports gender diversity

  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Parental leave for both parents

  • Enhanced fertility and gender reassignment services

  • Eligibility for domestic partner benefits