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Job Title: Controls Engineer

Location: Cullman, AL

The Controls Engineer is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving equipment control systems to support safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes. This role supports production, continuous improvement initiatives, new model launches, and new equipment installations. Position level (Level 1 or Level 2) is determined based on experience, technical capability, and demonstrated proficiency.

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Position LevelsControls Engineer – Level 1 (Technician | 1+ Years Experience)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot PLC logic across various makes and models to support production equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to diagnose controls-related machine issues.
• Maintain accurate backups of all equipment programs, including PLCs, HMIs, robots, and memory cards.
• Perform PLC, HMI, and robotic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Support the development and implementation of Safety, Quality, and Production countermeasures.
• Assist support departments during emergency downtime situations.
• Remotely assist other Topre facilities with controls-related troubleshooting as needed.
• Log daily and weekly activity in required reports.
• Complete assigned duties on schedule while meeting safety and quality expectations.
• Assist leadership with basic budgeting and scheduling decisions related to controls work.

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Controls Engineer – Level 2 (Senior Technician | 3+ Years Experience)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform all Level 1 responsibilities.
• Assist with PLC and HMI logic development and program modifications.
• Assist with electrical schematic updates and modifications using CAD software.
• Support robot program development and optimization.
• Lead or support projects involving equipment modifications, upgrades, and new installations.
• Coordinate with outside and third-party contractors on controls-related projects.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support across multiple Topre facilities.
• Travel to other U.S. Topre facilities when required (generally <10%).

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Core Responsibilities (All Levels)

• Read and understand electrical schematics.
• Update and develop electrical schematics using CAD software.
• Maintain and manage equipment program backups and documentation.
• Develop and implement Safety, Quality, and Production countermeasures.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems.
• Support new model launches and production build-outs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and safety requirements.

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