Vulcan Elements is a manufacturer of rare-earth magnets.
<p><span data-contrast="none">Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence, and Transparency.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">As the Controls Engineer you will own controls execution for the magnet equipment portfolio within a massive </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">1 million square foot manufacturing facility expansion</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">. You will own your equipment packages cradle-to-grave - design review, FAT witness, site commissioning, and sustaining support This is a high-impact, high-ownership leadership role requiring technical expertise in industrial automation. The role includes hands-on implementation and domestic travel to OEM FATs up to ~50% during test campaigns.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">This role begins in Durham, NC and is expected to move to Benson, NC upon completion of new facility.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">PLC Programming & Commissioning</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Execute hands-on programming, debugging, and commissioning of Siemens and AllenBradley/Rockwell PLCs and HMIs for new and existing automation equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Advanced Automation & System Integration</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Drive the integration and commissioning of robotics, conveyors, and motion control systems - including servos and VFDs - to enable seamless material flow and high reliability production operations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">SCADA/MES Connectivity</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Configure and maintain communications between PLCs/HMIs and SCADA/Batch systems. Support tag mapping, alarming, and data acquisition to the site SCADA platform as required.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Vendor Technical Support & FATs</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Review vendor electrical schematics, controls architectures, and PLC/HMI logic. Participate in and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) to ensure full compliance with functional and safety requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Troubleshooting & Technical Escalation</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Serve as the first-line, hands-on responder for diagnosing complex automation issues involving networks, motion systems, instrumentation, and industrial communication protocols.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="none">Deliverables You Will Develop, Review, or Support </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Controls & IT</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> PLC code architecture, HMI screens, vision inspection programs, tag databases, network lists, and system backups.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Risk & Safety</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Controls risk assessments, interlock/guarding logic, and safety rated PFMEA inputs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Process Design</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Controls layouts, network topology layouts, station cycle times, sequence diagrams, and automation simulations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Engineering Diagrams</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, controls panel layouts, and industrial network architecture.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215,"33555