Project Automation Controls Engineer Job at DSJ Global, Danville, IL

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  • DSJ Global
  • Danville, IL

Job Description

Project Automation Controls Engineer

Location: Danville, IL

Salary: $80,000-$120,000 + 10% bonus

About the Opportunity

A leading global manufacturer of advanced materials and building products is seeking an Project Automation Controls Engineer to join its high-performing team at a state-of-the-art facility in Danville, IL . This facility specializes in the production of wet-formed fiberglass mat used in roofing and other commercial applications.

As a key technical leader on site, you will provide support in automation, controls, electrical design, and network systems , while leading capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives . This is a high-impact role with potential for hybrid work flexibility based on plant needs and includes participation in an on-call production support rotation .

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

  • 401(k) with company contribution plus matching

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)

  • Paid parental leave, adoption/surrogacy assistance

  • Rebates on company products for personal home improvement

  • Ample paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide controls and automation support for plant production, packaging, and utility systems

  • Serve as lead technical resource for defect detection systems

  • Collaborate with corporate and plant engineering on automation projects

  • Drive safety, capital, and process improvement initiatives

  • Support maintenance teams in equipment troubleshooting and technology integration

  • Train plant personnel on new technologies and automation tools

  • Lead TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives and reliability work processes

  • Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs

  • Implement cost-saving and process optimization strategies

  • Ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA, NFPA, ANSI)

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in automation control systems in a manufacturing environment

  • Expertise in controls design, PLC/HMI programming , and systems troubleshooting

Skills and Attributes

  • Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel power user preferred)

  • Knowledge of TPM and maintenance best practices

  • Working knowledge of safety regulations and codes (OSHA, NFPA, ANSI)

  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership style

  • Ability to mentor and train team members

Travel

  • Minimal (up to 5%)

About the Employer

This employer is a recognized Fortune 500® manufacturer with operations in over 30 countries and more than 25,000 employees worldwide. Known for innovation, sustainability leadership, and excellence in operations, the company is consistently ranked among the Best Managed Companies and the Top Corporate Citizens globally.

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