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The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong’s R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into ArmaFlex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, more than 70 years later, ArmaFlex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success. 

The Electrical & Controls Engineer plays a critical role in driving forward and completing projects that optimize our manufacturing facility’s electrical and automation systems, ensuring continued operational efficiency, reliability, and safety. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of manufacturing automation and controls with a proven background in managing projects that drive improvement and cost savings. This should be coupled with excellent learning agility, a high level of technical skills, a passion for continuous improvement, and the highest level of attention to detail.

What Armacell can offer you

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.

• Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.

• Paid time off including 12 holidays and generous PTO.

• Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.

• Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and execute electrical and controls projects, including automation upgrades, equipment integration, process control enhancements, and infrastructure modifications, from planning to implementation, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, maintenance, information technology, and environmental health and safety, to identify automation and production line requirements and develop effective solutions.

• Oversee the design, programming, layout, and optimization of electrical and control systems to ensure efficient workflows, equipment reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain PLC and HMI programs across the facility ensuring seamless integration with existing system architectures.

• Collaborate with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers to procure automation equipment, electrical components, and integration services necessary for project completion.

• Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure new automation systems, electrical installations, or modifications are properly documented and integrated into preventive maintenance programs.

• Evaluate controls and automation system performance, recommending upgrades or replacements to enhance productivity, efficiency, and reliability.

• Be present on the production floor and throughout the facility to identify opportunities for electrical/controls improvements and implement project plans and actions as necessary.

• Provide hands-on technical support and guidance to maintenance and operations teams in troubleshooting automation and control system issues and assist in optimizing operational processes through improvement projects.

• Develop and deliver presentations with project updates to all levels of the organization.

• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in manufacturing automation, electrical engineering, and industrial controls, and incorporate relevant advancements into project and facility strategies.

• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7 years of electrical/controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required; 10+ years preferred.

• Demonstrated track record of successfully managing electrical or controls-related projects.

• Proven experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, and execution.

• Proven ability to lead project teams successfully and respectfully.

• Strong technical knowledge of industrial automation, controls systems, PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, and power distribution.

• Experience with programming and troubleshooting PLCs and other industrial control systems.

• Familiarity with industrial networks and communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions.

• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Office 365, and Microsoft Project.

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or other electrical design software is preferred.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards related to electrical safety, automation, and environmental compliance (e.g., NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA).

• Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles and/or other continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.

• Knowledge of rubber and/or polymer processing, including mixing, extrusion, curing, and foaming, is preferred.

• Knowledge of SAP project/asset management module is preferred.

• Ability to excel in a cross-cultural, global team environment.

• Can work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Posting Dates
June 24, 2026 - July 8, 2026

The expected compensation range for this role is $110,000.00 -$130,000.00.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

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