Controls EngineerAdvanced Drainage Systems
Job Summary
Advanced Drainage Systems
EEO Statement:
Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Controls Engineer
US-OH-Hilliard
Job ID: 2026-20394
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Process Engineering
Engineering and Technology Center
Overview
Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.
Responsibilities
Summary: Designs, coordinates, and executes electrical and automation projects required to support ADS Manufacturing. Lead electrical upgrades and new installations. Provide technical support to all ADS facilities remotely and onsite. Identifies opportunities for automation including robotics, data collection, energy savings, improve efficiencies, safety & etc. Ensures that all automated systems meet required functions and production needs. Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Machine Tool Operation, Plant Services, Plant Maintenance, and Production personnel to scope, develop, and install new and rebuilt systems. Primary Job Responsibilities:The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:Works closely with the Production and Engineering teams to ensure all work meets the needs of the key stakeholders Designs large electrical enclosures, sub-panel layouts, and wiring diagrams to align with UL/CUL/CSA certifications and NFPA79 wiring standards. Review other engineer’s designs.Performs Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) on large electrical panels and electrical equipmento Works with project originators, as needed, to ensure the scope of work is properly defined and the sequence of operation is capturedMaintains software, programs, drawings, and files by keeping them current and accurateDevelops electrical panel designs and conducts panel design reviews with teamWorks with the various Operations teams to schedule, coordinate, and install equipment and equipment upgradesWrites PLC, HMI, Drive & etc. programs for the various assigned projects. Expert level PLC programmer.Provide startup training on Controls that is easily understood at the production operator and plant maintenance levelsCreates the necessary bill of materials.Travel in US and Canada, anticipated travel requirements 35%Provide local and remote support to the plants. Subject matter expert for electrical and controls support.Lead acceptance testing and debugging of equipment from OEM’sConducts the necessary machine & panel acceptance testing based on the scope of work requiredLead Controls Upgrade ProjectsManage installation contractorsMentor other Controls Engineers Job Skills:This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:Strong organizational, analytical, & systematic problem-solving skillsExperience using Microsoft Office Applications (Teams, OneNote, Office, Excel, Outlook)Ability to communicate at all levels of the organizationExperience working in a manufacturing environmentSelf-motivated with a proven track record of bringing projects in on-time and within established budgetFamiliarity and ability to comply with all applicable rules, regulations, best practices, and performance standardsAptitude for working collaboratively with multiple disciplines within teams and projectsExperience troubleshooting electrical components, AC/DC motors/drives, & PLC’sModifying and creating PLC & HMI programs for the following manufacturersAutomation DirectSiemensAllen BradleyReading and creating electrical diagrams, panel layouts, & etc. using AutoCAD or AutoCAD ElectricalFamiliar with:Allen Bradley - RSLogix 5, 500 & Studio 5000. Siemens – Simatic Manager & TIA Portal. S7 Technology & Simotion for Motion Allen Bradley Factory Talk View ME and Studio 5000 View Designer. Yaskawa and Allen Bradley Variable Frequency Drives B&R Automation Studio Fanuc RoboticsAllen Bradley Kinetix Drives and Servo Motion Automation Direct – DirectSoft 5 & C-More Educational Requirements:BS Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience Preferred Experience:5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably tied to the plastics industry 7+ years of designing electrical control systems Physical Requirements:The ability to walk and crawl around equipment as requiredKneeling or sitting in front of electrical panels to terminate control wiringAble to lift 25 lbs. or less as requiredStanding for long periods of time on concreate flooring in a production environment Able to travel up to 35% via car or plane
Leadership Competencies
EEO Statement
ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
EEO Statement:
Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Controls Engineer
US-OH-Hilliard
Job ID: 2026-20394
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Process Engineering
Engineering and Technology Center
Overview
Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.
Responsibilities
Summary: Designs, coordinates, and executes electrical and automation projects required to support ADS Manufacturing. Lead electrical upgrades and new installations. Provide technical support to all ADS facilities remotely and onsite. Identifies opportunities for automation including robotics, data collection, energy savings, improve efficiencies, safety & etc. Ensures that all automated systems meet required functions and production needs. Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Machine Tool Operation, Plant Services, Plant Maintenance, and Production personnel to scope, develop, and install new and rebuilt systems. Primary Job Responsibilities:The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:Works closely with the Production and Engineering teams to ensure all work meets the needs of the key stakeholders Designs large electrical enclosures, sub-panel layouts, and wiring diagrams to align with UL/CUL/CSA certifications and NFPA79 wiring standards. Review other engineer’s designs.Performs Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) on large electrical panels and electrical equipmento Works with project originators, as needed, to ensure the scope of work is properly defined and the sequence of operation is capturedMaintains software, programs, drawings, and files by keeping them current and accurateDevelops electrical panel designs and conducts panel design reviews with teamWorks with the various Operations teams to schedule, coordinate, and install equipment and equipment upgradesWrites PLC, HMI, Drive & etc. programs for the various assigned projects. Expert level PLC programmer.Provide startup training on Controls that is easily understood at the production operator and plant maintenance levelsCreates the necessary bill of materials.Travel in US and Canada, anticipated travel requirements 35%Provide local and remote support to the plants. Subject matter expert for electrical and controls support.Lead acceptance testing and debugging of equipment from OEM’sConducts the necessary machine & panel acceptance testing based on the scope of work requiredLead Controls Upgrade ProjectsManage installation contractorsMentor other Controls Engineers Job Skills:This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:Strong organizational, analytical, & systematic problem-solving skillsExperience using Microsoft Office Applications (Teams, OneNote, Office, Excel, Outlook)Ability to communicate at all levels of the organizationExperience working in a manufacturing environmentSelf-motivated with a proven track record of bringing projects in on-time and within established budgetFamiliarity and ability to comply with all applicable rules, regulations, best practices, and performance standardsAptitude for working collaboratively with multiple disciplines within teams and projectsExperience troubleshooting electrical components, AC/DC motors/drives, & PLC’sModifying and creating PLC & HMI programs for the following manufacturersAutomation DirectSiemensAllen BradleyReading and creating electrical diagrams, panel layouts, & etc. using AutoCAD or AutoCAD ElectricalFamiliar with:Allen Bradley - RSLogix 5, 500 & Studio 5000. Siemens – Simatic Manager & TIA Portal. S7 Technology & Simotion for Motion Allen Bradley Factory Talk View ME and Studio 5000 View Designer. Yaskawa and Allen Bradley Variable Frequency Drives B&R Automation Studio Fanuc RoboticsAllen Bradley Kinetix Drives and Servo Motion Automation Direct – DirectSoft 5 & C-More Educational Requirements:BS Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience Preferred Experience:
Leadership Competencies
EEO Statement
ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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