We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, is the company for you. Check out the to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

About the Role

Reporting to the Mailing Solutions and Bagging Enterprise Engineering Manager, the Controls Engineer is responsible for controls development on material neutral packaging machinery. Tasks include documenting and implementing system PLC, HMI and Motion Control changes on new machinery and modifying existing systems and machines. The controls engineer provides engineering support for all system users and manufacturing team.

This position may be based in Sussex, WI or Bensenville, IL, with regular presence expected at both sites, travel requirement between sites of 50%.

This is a great opportunity for close collaboration with multiple engineering teams, machine building teams, and procurement. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you.

Special Skills/Abilities Needed

• Solid understanding of PLCs, including Allen Bradley (RSLogix 500/5000) and Beckhoff/Codesys.
• Solid knowledge of HMI and SCADA design, C#/WPF experience a plus.
• Good understanding of electrical CAD design, Autocad preferred.
• Good understanding of servo motion control.
• Experience creating HMI applications from conception to implementation.
• Experience creating PLC logic from conception to implementation.
• Experience creating CAD schematics from conception to implementation.
• Knowledge or experience with IEC 61131-3 languages, specifically Structured text and Ladder Logic
• Knowledge or experience with Version Control Systems, including Git or SVN.
• Knowledge or experience with Object Oriented Programming principles.
• Ability and desire to learn new programming languages and technologies.
• End user support.
• Requires superior interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with employees, staff, management, etc.
• Must possess superior organizational skills and be able to prioritize and work simultaneously on several projects.
• Ability to operate within a team atmosphere.
• Ability to shift priorities frequently and effectively perform under pressure.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Position may be based in Sussex, WI or Bensenville, IL, with regular presence expected at both sites. Travel requirement between sites and customers of 50%

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. 50% - Design, modify, test and troubleshoot new and existing systems including HMI and PLC software and electrical layout and documentation.

2. 25% - Document and develop new applications from the beginning of the development lifecycle through implementation.

3. 20% - Assist internal and external customers with operational support.

4. 5% - Create documentation of existing systems.

5. Performs other job-related duties as assigned subject to reasonable accommodations

Education and Experience

Bachelors' degree from a 4-year college or university and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in HMI, PLC, and Motion Control programming. Candidates with experience in CAD and Structured Text are preferred.

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Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.

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• Bensenville, IL, USA
• Sussex, WI, USA