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Through an unwavering commitment to innovation and premium craftsmanship, Callaway designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance golf clubs, golf balls, apparel, bags, and other accessories-setting the standard for performance in the game of golf.\nOur Mission: To create demonstrably superior and pleasingly different products powered by innovative technology and premium craftsmanship enabling golfers of all abilities to play their best and find more joy in the game.\nOur company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to leave the past behind while moving the game forward. For more information, please visit https://www.callawaygolf.com\nROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nManage the controls and electrical aspects of new equipment installations and upgrades to existing production equipment, including design, programming, integration, testing, commissioning, and documentation.\nDevelop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs, HMI or machine operator interfaces, robotic sequences, variable frequency drives, servo systems, sensors, and related factory control systems.\nGenerate, interpret, maintain, and update control-system specifications, electrical schematics, panel layouts, I/O documentation, and bills of materials for new installations and equipment upgrades.\nProvide technical support to Manufacturing and Maintenance for critical and complex equipment breakdowns, control-system issues, and recurring reliability concerns.\nIdentify and implement controls, automation, and data-collection improvements that increase safety, equipment reliability, productivity, process capability, yield, and product performance.\nProvide technical support during factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, equipment startup, commissioning, and debugging for internally and externally developed equipment.\nPerform site visits and provide technical input in the evaluation and selection of equipment, controls components, system integrators, and vendors.\nSupport Capital Appropriation Requests, when applicable, by identifying equipment requirements, estimating costs, providing technical justification, and developing implementation timelines.\nProvide budgetary costs and technical recommendations for control-system installations, equipment upgrades, spare parts, and related support requirements.\nCollaborate with Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, and Environmental, Health and Safety to define machine-control requirements and resolve production issues.\nWork with Maintenance and Manufacturing to establish equipment training, spare-parts recommendations, preventive-maintenance requirements, and effective technical handoff for new or modified systems.\nAssist with manufacturing trials for new materials, products, or processes, including validation of control parameters, specifications, databases, and operator interfaces.\nCommunicate project progress, risks, timelines, and technical issues to engineering management and key stakeholders through appropriate project plans, status reports, and documentation.\nConfirm equipment and control-system compliance with applicable OSHA, machine-safety, electrical, and company requirements, including verification of lockout/tagout provisions.\nMaintain current knowledge of controls and automation technologies through technical training, vendor engagement, trade shows, seminars, and professional development.\nLead engineering group through all of these roles and responsibilities and ensure that site key objectives and priorities are being achieved.\nSupport operations gross margin initiatives via productivity improvements, process improvements, and impactful cost savings programs.\nLiaison between Callaway Golf Ball Operations and equipment vendors.\nSupport CI/Lean initiatives via active participation in staff green belt development and applied practices.\nProvide technical support at 3rd party manufacturing sites.\nActs in a supervisory role overseeing Electrical and Mechanical Engineers to include coaching, training, performance reviews and disciplinary action when required\nWorks towards improvements for process efficiencies\nWork in a safe manner following all PPE and standardized processes\nPerform all other duties as assigned by Senior Facilities Manager.\nTECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies a plus\nProficiency in PLC programming, integration, documentation, and troubleshooting for machine-control applications; experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Mitsubishi platforms preferred.\nWorking knowledge of HMI development, industrial networks, VFDs, servo drives, sensors, safety circuits, robotics, and electromechanical control systems.\nAbility to read, create, and revise electrical schematics, control-system documentation, bills of materials, and machine specifications.\nKnowledge of manufacturing processes and the application of controls and automation to improve safety, reliability, quality, productivity, and yield.\nStrong critical-thinking, root-cause analysis, and troubleshooting skills across electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and software systems.\nWorking knowledge of computers, databases, Ethernet/TCP/IP networks, manufacturing data collection, and system integration.\nProficiency with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD or a similar CAD package.\nAbility to manage multiple assignments, organize priorities, and execute projects with moderate independence while seeking guidance for issues outside established practices.\nAbility to communicate technical information effectively and work collaboratively with all levels of the organization, equipment vendors, and cross-functional teams.\nAbility to train operators, technicians, and other affected personnel on new or modified equipment and control systems.\nFlexibility to support equipment startups, critical breakdowns, or other production needs outside normal working hours, when required.\nEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE\nBS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.\nMinimum 3-5 years of controls, automation, electrical, or manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.\nDemonstrated experience programming and troubleshooting PLC-based machine-control systems and supporting automated manufacturing equipment.\nEquivalent combinations of education and directly related experience may be considered.\nTwo years’ minimum supervisory experience preferred.\nDISCLAIMER\nThis job description indicates in general terms the type and level of work performed, as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification, and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees. Distribution of this item outside of the Company without an authorized release is a violation of Company policy.\nDE&I and EEOC:\nInclusion & Diversity: As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.\nIf your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.\nARE YOU READY TO MAKE THE TURN? 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