Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc. is a high-precision, value added processor of Stainless Steels, Nickel Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Cobalt Alloys, Niobium, Tantalum, Nitinol for a wide range of difficult-to-manufacture, niche-market applications such as aerospace jet engine seals, nuclear reactor fuel cages, heart pacemaker containers, PV ribbon, computer chip substrate, chemical processing tower components, automotive airbag burst disks, automotive oxygen sensors, medical catheters, and cell phone key pads.

The material is made in the forms of precision strip and Ultralite foil, shaped (profile) wire, and precision flat wire in micro dimensions. This company was established in 1924, is a Connecticut company, and is privately held. It has 9 wholly owned subsidiaries located in the US, Mexico, Canada, and Austria employ over 700 people worldwide. The Corporate Headquarters and principal technology center is located in Connecticut. Our continued growth and expansion translates into career opportunities in many areas and locations. We are on the cutting edge of many new technologies and product applications and our future is an exciting one.Come grow with us and be part of our promising future!

Located in Wallingford, Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Automation and Controls Engineer.  This position is responsible for the technical programing and troubleshooting of all manufacturing equipment at Ulbrich’s Connecticut-based facilities.  The Automation and Controls Engineer will manage the day to day mechanical automation system activities and will provide technical expertise in identifying and resolving system issues.

Specific areas of responsibilities include:

• Managing automated electrical systems ensuring production, quality, safety and environmental standards are met;
• Partnering with Mechanical Maintenance Supervisors to ensure complete coverage of all equipment issues;
• Working closely with production to schedule electrical/electronic preventive maintenance;  
• Maintaining automated system replacement parts and materials inventory;
• Determining and recommend improvements to the Preventive Maintenance Program;
• Maintaining preventative maintenance, safety and regulatory automation records;
• Investigating and solving automated equipment problems;
• Assisting managers/departments on equipment needs and maintenance requirements; and
• Participating in annual budgeting process on building/equipment maintenance expenditures.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering plus a minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.  Must have hands-on experience with the use of control systems, predominately computer-based, to control industrial machinery and processes. Strong functional knowledge of production operations, electrical/electronic troubleshooting, PLCs, computers, drives, flow meters, AGC and X-Ray Gauges, pneumatics, hydraulics, general mechanical equipment/building repairs and maintenance practices is necessary. Experience with parts inventory and computerized maintenance management systems; extensive knowledge of repair procedures and preventive maintenance is required. Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with all levels in and out of the company.  Project management and communication skills including the ability to prepare accurate and appropriate documentation and familiar with safety standards and requirements. 

This position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits and the opportunity to expand skills within a company that offers a diverse workforce and a welcoming company culture. 

Ulbrich is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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