JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Senior Engineer-Controls Department:

Engineering Reports to:

Director of Engineering Supervises:

Summary of Responsibilities:

? Contribute to RDI by meeting or exceeding internal and external customer expectations, improving organizational efficiencies, be a team contributor/leader, and overall employee satisfaction ? Specialize in the design, programming, release, test, installation, and start-up of complete control automation systems, upgrades of control systems, and drive system replacements for new and existing RDI customers. ? Mentor engineers, lead electrical designs for assigned projects, be a lead technical resource.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

? Manage controls/electrical designs to deliver commitments with a focus on 100% on-time delivery to pre-defined milestones and published schedules ? Participate, refine and complete controls/electrical designs after engineering and general design review meetings ? Ensure that customer approval drawings/schematics are complete, checked, and submitted to meet the required schedule ? Release drawings, BOM's (Bills of Material) and required documents to processing to meet schedule requirements ? Interact with purchasing and vendors concerning parts ? Perform liaison function between Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service for any design related issues, problems, or improvements ? Conducts controls/electrical root cause investigation, participates in solving RDI manufacturing/design issues, and implements cost reduction ideas ? Perform in-house controls testing, field installations, and start-ups ? Travel, domestic and international for installations/start-ups. Travel up to 25% of the year. ? Integrate with NPD (New Product Development) to introduce superior technology coordinating with the controls/electrical requirements of the design ? Review milestones, progress, and direction of controls/electrical portion of the projects ? Creates/maintains software, procedures, and user manuals for Key Functional, Design Validation and Production Validation tests ? Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, to provide recommend actions ? Must champion continuous improvement and quality assurance. ? Other duties assigned by

Management Required Skills:

? Strong knowledge of industrial electrical controls, drives, servos and PLC logic (Allen Bradley and Siemens) ? Strong knowledge AutoCAD Electrical ? Strong conceptual, organizational, and problem-solving skills ? Strong verbal and electronic communication skills both within RDI and with customers ? Strong ability to meet schedule time lines ? Strong knowledge of

NEC, NFPA

79, or UL 508A ? Accurate controls and electrical design; first time right ? Strong ability to mentor junior engineers

Valued Skill/Qualifications:

? Internal and External Customer Relations Form

FQ 02.12.01

Senior Engineering—Controls Implementation date: 11-19-18 Process owner:

Human Resource Manager Revision:

1

Author:

& J.

Russell Revision Date:

05-16-23 JOB

DESCRIPTION

? Ability to work well in a team setting ?

Time Management Education and Work Experience:

? BSEE degree preferred or equivalent experience ? A minimum of 10 yrs of industrial machine controls experience

Physical Requirements:

? This position will require long periods of sitting with some frequent walking, bending and reaching, and required is to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects ? The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds ? Vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Personal Protective Equipment while visiting RDI, Customer, or Vendor manufacturing areas: ? Safety glasses or safety side shields w/glasses ? Shoes o Safety toed (steel) shoes when required o Closed toes and heels and/or Low heels ? Hard hat in designated areas or when crane is in use ? Hearing, Respiratory, Harness protection, Vest, and Face Shields where applicable

Work Conditions:

? Work environment tends to be fast paced frequent and direct interaction may include internal and external customers ? While performing the duties of this job in the office area, the position requires exposed to standard office environment including: ? Artificial lighting ? Computers ? While performing the duties of this job and visiting the manufacturing area, the position requires occasional exposed to: ? Vibration ? Loud noise levels ? Moving parts ? Artificial lighting ? Manufacturing Debris ? The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job This job description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing Company objectives, and only covers the essential duties and responsibilities of the position It is in no way to be construed as an all-encompassing list of duties and responsibilities Form

FQ 02.12.01

Senior Engineering—Controls Implementation date: 11-19-18 Process owner:

Human Resource Manager Revision:

1

Author:

& J.

Russell Revision Date:

05-16-23

Title:

Sr Controls EngineerLocation:

Itasca, IL (100% Onsite)

Hire Type:

Direct HireSalary Range:

$110k - $120k

Benefits:

PPO & HMO

plans through BCBS, Vision, Dental, 401k etc.

Job Summary:

The Sr Controls Engineer will lead the design and execution of control systems, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet high-quality standards. This role requires a hands-on approach to electrical design, testing, troubleshooting, and collaboration across departments to drive innovation and efficiency.

Job Duties:

Manage controls and electrical designs, ensuring 100% on-time delivery to key milestones and schedules. Participate in design reviews, refine control systems, and complete electrical designs that align with project specifications. Prepare and submit customer approval drawings, schematics, BOMs, and supporting documents, ensuring accuracy and timely release. Work closely with purchasing, vendors, engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to resolve design-related challenges and implement improvements. Conduct root cause analysis, support manufacturing in resolving design issues, and drive cost reduction initiatives. Perform in-house controls testing, field installations, and start-ups, ensuring seamless integration and performance. Support the introduction of cutting-edge technology by ensuring seamless integration of controls and electrical requirements. Champion continuous improvement and quality assurance initiatives to enhance efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications:

BSEE degree preferred or equivalent experience (minimum of 10 yrs of industrial machine controls experience) Strong knowledge of industrial electrical controls, drives, servos and PLC logic (Allen Bradley and/ orSiemens) Strong knowledge AutoCAD Electrical Strong conceptual, organizational, and problem-solving skills Strong knowledge of

NEC, NFPA

79, or UL 508A Strong ability to mentor junior engineers Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.