Siltronic is one of the world's leading manufacturers of highly specialized hyper pure silicon wafers. Being an international market player, we serve the semiconductor industry worldwide and partner with many leading chip manufacturers. Our global production network in Asia, Europe, and the USA includes today's most advanced plants for 200mm and 300mm wafers. We provide a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, educational assistance, and a quarterly success sharing bonus program.
Seeking a Controls Engineer with Experience in PLC, Facilities Control, and HVAC
This position provides sustaining and project engineering support to ensure reliable facilities systems in support of manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and process technology operations. The role is responsible for sustaining, monitoring, and improving facilities controls systems, including PLCs and networking, as well as site HVAC systems such as cleanroom temperature and humidity control. Responsibilities include developing corrective action plans for conditions that could adversely impact facilities safety or operations; performing regular system monitoring and inspections to identify maintenance and replacement needs; evaluating and recommending engineering solutions, preventative maintenance programs, and equipment alternatives; reviewing vendor data and construction and design documents for technical acceptability; managing engineering work orders and project milestones; and evaluating control systems to recommend improvements to control strategies, operator interfaces, and system monitoring.
Job Duties:
Position Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred) and a minimum of two years of relevant experience, with familiarity in 480 VAC three‑phase and lower‑voltage industrial electrical systems. Candidates should have working knowledge of 4-20 mA loop control and 0-10V PID control systems, with an emphasis on facilities‑related PLCs, instrumentation, controls networking, and building management systems. Experience with facilities and life safety systems supporting manufacturing and process operations-particularly fire protection, chemical, and gas monitoring systems-is preferred, including familiarity with platforms such as Simplex, VESDA, VERTEX, Sieger, and Midas. Experience in a manufacturing production environment and with SCADA and controls systems such as GE Cimplicity, Johnson Controls Metasys, and Trane Synchrony is strongly preferred. The role requires demonstrated technical competence in mechanical and electrical engineering, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to read, interpret, and communicate complex technical information through clear verbal and written communication. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, with experience using AutoCAD, SAP, and other engineering software considered a plus.
To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following tasks:
Benefits and Compensation:
Relocation assistance is not offered