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Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.\nWant to learn more about Hagerstown?\nWe are the Heart. We develop and produce heavy-duty diesel engines, transmissions, and axles for Volvo Group Brands. In operation since 1961, we are a proud supportive member of the community of Washington County and its surrounding areas.\nWhat you will do\nAs a Senior Controls Engineer, you will develop, integrate, and maintain manufacturing equipment control systems, manufacturing systems automation, human-machine interfaces, and industrial communication networks through the application of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles.\nYou will provide leadership and guidance across the sectional level within the Operations Maintenance business functions, fostering a continuous improvement culture focused on loss reduction, waste elimination, employee engagement, and the application of lean principle\nMain activities and resposibilities\nDevelop and provide support to all maintenance programs\nPrivide support for Electrical Technicians within a specialized area of assignment\nRespond to production problems on an “on-call” basis\nPerform controls systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability\nFix and modify software programs including PLC/PC controllers, Allen-Bradley and Siemens systems\nConduct kaizen improvement activities focused on safety, quality, and cost initiatives\nPerform current and historrical data analysis and root cause analysis\nValidate, update and control drawings and prints \nConduct machine component life-cycle evaluations\nDevelop procedures to improve uptime of the manufacturing equipment\nDetermine the best maintenance methodology for equipment\nSchedule planned maintenance activities in collaboration with internal and external customers\nDevelopment and distribute maintenance documentation\nSupport Implementation of business plans and department goals (MTBF, MTTR)\nPerform other job-related duties as needed or assigned\nWho are you?\nYou are a highly motivated and engaged Senior Controls Engineer who can promote and drive a continuous improvement philosophy across human, material, intellectual, and financial resources. You are committed to delivering approved projects according to agreed-upon targets.\nYou have a strong customer focus and are committed to a collaborative, team-oriented environment. As a resourceful team player, you maintain productive relationships with both internal and external team members, helping create a successful and high-performing team.\nYour decision-making and influencing abilities allow you to drive implementation and necessary change effectively. Your excellent communication skills support teamwork and cross-functional collaboration while helping you build a trustworthy professional network.\nWe operate across three shifts, so occasional support beyond the first shift will be required.\nSpecialized Skills:\nExperience with RSNetworks, RSLogix 5000, Logix Studio, RSLinks, RSView 32, Panel Builder 32 and future revision of same or additional platforms\nExperience with Siemens S7 Simatic, Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens 840D, WinCC Flexible, and platforms related to Siemens automation\nKnowledge of ABB IRC 5 programming Platform\nProgrammable Logic Controller Software Development and Design\nHuman Machine Interface (HMI) Software Development and Design\nField Bus Design and Commissioning\nPoint to Point I/O Commissioning\nDocumentation of PLC Program and Program Structure\nAbility to read and understand blueprints, electrical prints, drawings, controls documentation, product literature and customer specific timing diagrams, etc\nExperience with AutoCAD and/or E-Plan drawing software\nMinimum Education and Experience:\nCandidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements:\nBachelor’s degree with a focus in Electronic Technology or an equivalent field, plus five or more years of equivalent professional experience.\nOR\nA minimum of eight years of combined post-high school education and industrial controls experience within a manufacturing environment.\nAdditional required experience and knowledge include:\nExperience working with machining centers and/or CNC equipment.\nSolid understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office.\nKnowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.\nExperience planning and scheduling planned maintenance activities.\nUnderstanding of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and/or the Toyota Production System (TPS).\nWhat's in it for you?\nWe offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:\nThe opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies and automation platforms.\nCollaboration with skilled teams across maintenance, operations, and engineering.\nThe ability to lead continuous improvement efforts that directly influence safety, quality, equipment reliability, and cost.\nThe opportunity to contribute to sustainable transport solutions as part of a global organization.\nReady for the next move?\nAre you excited to bring your controls engineering expertise to a highly collaborative manufacturing environment? We would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of sustainable transport solutions.\nAt the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $96,000- $118,500 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.\nIn addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:\nCompetitive medical, dental and vision insurance.\nGenerous paid time off.\nCompetitive matching retirement savings plans.\nWorking environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.\nFocus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.\nPrograms that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\nWe value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.\nWho we are and what we believe in\nWe are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.\nApplying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.\nTrucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.\nJoin us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. 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