Dexter, the premier supplier and manufacturer of axles, doors, venting products and related components in the utility trailer, boat trailer, recreational vehicle, heavy duty and manufactured housing markets, has an opportunity for a Controls Engineer at our multi-plant manufacturing facility located in Albion, Indiana.

Dexter has been a leading manufacturer of trailer axles, brakes and actuation, along with entrance door and venting products for over 50 years serving the utility trailer, recreational vehicle, heavy duty, manufactured housing, agricultural, marine, and specialty markets. Dexter is headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana employing over 2,800 people and operating 18 manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Canada (Indiana, Georgia, Oklahoma, California, Tennessee, Texas, Florida, Utah, Ontario, and Alberta). Dexter has achieved its many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service. Dexter is a wholly owned subsidiary of DexKo Global, Inc.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dexteraxle.com.

Dexter offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Dexter’s benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, and 401(k) Plan with company contributions.

The Control Engineer is responsible for supporting production needs for their designated area in the multi-plant manufacturing campus, leading large capital projects with a cross functional team, developing process improvements, and leading implementation on the production floor.

More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including but not limited to the following:

• Production Support
  • Supporting production operations during the manufacturing process through technical expertise, structured problem solving, and troubleshooting guidance
  • Developing and maintaining process flow charts and facility layouts
  • Analyzing current processes to find safety and efficiency improvement opportunities

• Project Management
  • Participating in cross functional design reviews to establish standard and custom product designs for new product launches
  • Developing and communicating manufacturing standards for new product launches, project initiatives, and efficiency improvements to all departments
  • Reviewing and Approving Engineering prints and specifications for optimum manufacturability, cost, tooling, and process structure
  • Participating jointly with the Product Design Team to resolve all engineering and design related problems as well as providing manufacturing inputs required for cost-effective designs
• Mechanical Design
  • Designing and developing control systems for manufacturing processes, including PLC programming, HMI development, and integration with other systems. 
  • Collaborating with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure seamless integration of control systems with machinery and equipment.
  • Conducting tests and troubleshooting of control systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability
  • Providing technical support to production teams for troubleshooting and resolving controls system issues
  • Staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in control technologies and recommend innovative solutions to improve process efficiency
  • Developing and maintaing documentation for control systems, including technical specifications, wiring diagrams, and user manuals
  • Participating in project meetings and providing regular updates on the status of control system development and implementation
  • Adhereing to industy standards and best practices for control system desing and implementation, including safety regulation and compliance requirements
• Process Development
  • Initiating and participating in departmental or company strategic programs. This includes cycle time analysis, safety, quality, and/or cost improvements.
  • Aiding the quality department with audit action items, field service as needed, and any quality issues associated with manufacturing.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or a comparable discipline and at least 3+ years related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Required Skills
  • Comprehension of Allen Bradley PLC software and ladder logic, Red Lion background is a plus.
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, preference to AutoCAD and Inventor
  • Familiarity with statistical analysis and software (Minitab / Cpk & Ppk)
  • Ignition Scada Background is a plus
  • Robotic Background in Fanuc is a plus.
• Communication Skills
  • Possess strong team, leadership, and interpersonal skills enabling you to work with the full range of employees at the manufacturing site
  • Ability to organize data into presentations for the team members and management.
  • Ability to generate operator instruction sheets, quality alerts, and clear communication forms.
  • Ability to concisely condense complicated processes and data into a clear message for company decisions
• Problem Solving Skills
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish factual points, and communicate analytical decisions to the team
  • Must possess a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Must be able to work through hands-on troubleshooting (mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical) with operators and maintenance technicians