Automation and Controls Engineer Owens Corning United States, South Carolina, Aiken 2648 Wagener Road (Show on map) Sep 02, 2026 Automation and Controls Engineer Location(s): Aiken, SC, US, 29801

Function:

Manufacturing Audience:

Experienced Professional Work Arrangement:

On Site Requisition ID:

69280 PRIMARY PURPOSE The Automations and Electrical Controls Engineerhas responsibility for overall Automations and Electrical Maintenance Operationsat the Aiken manufacturing facility. They are responsible for all aspects of the electrical maintenance processes,and uses engineering skills to drive improvements in safety, productivity, and quality, while reducing costs and assuring environmental compliance.

Reports To:

Maintenance Leader Span of Control:

Supports all technical, manufacturing, and quality processes

Direct Reports:

no direct reports

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Safety for an injury free work environment Educates team members on safe maintenance work processes and procedures

Adheres to, and continuously improves, all Plant and position-specific safety policies, procedures, and standards

Ensures a safe, clean and environmentally compliant work environment and builds a culture where safety is a first priority

Effectively communicates Owens Corning's stand of safety with external parties and ensures that they work according to our safety standards

Good knowledge of

NEC NFPA

70 and 70E, including Arc Flash Developing Talent Develops and executes training plans for maintenance personnel and creates a continuous learning environment for employees

Co-leads and coaches' primary maintenance workforce and drives their engagement

Promotes a work environment characterized by mutual trust and respect, open and honest communications, teamwork and a passion for winning

Serves as a technical expert and invests in the growth and development of others

Works closely with the Operation Department in a team-based environment that is designed to manage in a manner that will ensure continuously improving machine performance and employee efficiency Leading Automations Maintenance Operations Provide electrical, controls and automation support to automation projects, Plant production, packaging and utility operations

Support Plant Maintenance and Operations Teams in system and equipment troubleshooting and in technology transfer

Train maintenance technicians and operators on new technology to allow proper maintenance and troubleshooting

Reliability Champion for Motor Circuit Analysis and thermography PdM programs

Support break down analysis process and create One Point Lessons (OPLs) to support knowledge transfer

Ensures the proper routine electrical maintenance of Plant equipment Promotes the service and quality culture in the department to meet/exceed established goals

Develops and executes Preventive and Predictive Maintenance programs

Improves the reliability of the plant power systems through preventative and predictive maintenance and capital improvements

Identifies and captures opportunities for reliability performance and cost improvement

Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date and complete set of as-built electrical and controls documentation; including automation device data base (HMI's, VFD's, PLC's, IP addresses)

Provides instrumentation, PLC, HMI, VFD's, AspenTech, and hardware support to the Plant Maintenance Staff

Site Electrical expert for all voltages between 5VDC to 12.47kV

Electrical and automation troubleshooting: diagnosing problems by applying various troubleshooting techniques with the use of computers, PLC's, voltage meters, current meters, oscilloscopes and electrical formulas.

Support Plant team and MTCE Leadership in performing skills and training needs assessment for maintenance craft personnel, develop and assist with execution of training plan to advance their troubleshooting, electrical safety and programming skills.

Performs root cause failure analysis and develops troubleshooting guides for site equipment. The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

JOB REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Five years of automation and control engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong safety awareness, commitment and safety leadership

Experience working with 480 V

Experience leading projects (Capital, Focused Improvement)

Strong knowledge of PLC based controls, HMI applications, and programming (Siemens)

Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by operational support needs

EXPERIENCE

Experience working with Siemens PLC strongly preferred (Variable Frequency Drives)

Six Sigma/Lean manufacturing experience preferred

Understanding of Profi-Net and Ethernet Communication and Network Technology

Understanding of 15 KV Electrical Distribution

Understanding of Coordinated Multi Drive System

Understanding of Siemens WinCC

Experience working with Siemens Step 7, Simotion Scout, Simocode, LAD

Understanding of Siemens PLCs and Process Automation

Experience in continuous manufacturing

Expertise in guard systems

Be responsive to the needs of the plant (will be on call)

Experience utilizing SAP or other MMS programs and Microsoft Office products

Demonstrated ability to work both strategically and hands-on

Project scheduling skills

General knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance and maintenance processes preferred

Familiarization with lean manufacturing processes

A proven track record of driving results by engaging others

Demonstrated ability to coach and guide for results

Demonstrated ability to organize/lead multi-functional teams to achieve plant objectives

Experience in mechanical and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

Familiarity with equipment criticality rankings, FMEAs, RCAs, and other reliability tools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of database systems

Demonstrated troubleshooting skills

Develop People

Competitively drive results

Excellent communication skills (written and oral) to effectively communicate with people across all levels of the organization

Complete Sinamics

S120/G120

Maintenance and Troubleshooting About Owens Corning Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages - including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position - to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the York Stock Exchange (

NYSE:

OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.

Nearest Major Market:

Augusta Nearest Secondary Market:

South Carolina