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Controls Engineer

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Job ID 58642 Functional area Production & Manufacturing Full-time/part-time Full Time Experience level Professional

Controls Engineer

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Controls Engineer
Permanent 
Pay Range Min.  $75,000.00 
Pay Range Max.  $100,000.00 


Creating foldable displays, advancing medical innovations, or giving new life to precious metals – at Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 15,200 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry. 

Heraeus is a family-owned global technology group headquartered in Hanau, Germany. The company’s roots go back to a family pharmacy started in 1660. With its expertise and resources, Heraeus has been making meaningful contributions over generations and is committed to do so in the future. Today, the group bundles diverse activities in four Business Platforms: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, as well as Industrials. Customers benefit from innovative technologies and solutions based on broad materials knowledge and technological leadership.

In the 2023 financial year, the group generated revenues of €25.6 billion (US$27.7 billion*) with approximately 16,400 employees in 40 countries. Heraeus is one of the top 10 family-owned companies in Germany.

The primary responsibility of this position is to act as an engineer of Process and Project Development for Heraeus Precious Metal Processing, LLC, including all sites in accordance with Heraeus Worldwide principles.  The Process Engineer – RC/WWT is responsible for the development, planning, and execution of assigned projects throughout the SFS sites in an effective, timely, and economically efficient manner. The position will focus on projects, process improvements, and reliability efforts related, but not limited to, the SFS Chemical Products (CP), Metal Organic Compounds (MOC), and Gauze production areas.  This includes supporting reliability and maintenance teams with troubleshooting within these respective areas.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop next generation production processes and strives to improve the existing technology.
  • Supports production in the case of acute problems either with Production Managers approval, or in an emergency with prompt notification.
  • Supports maintenance group in the case of acute problems and questions concerning material selection and corrosion resistance with Production Managers approval, or in an emergency with prompt notification.
  • Plans and executes assigned projects for the development of new processes and products under special consideration of costs and time schedule.
  • Developed and executed projects related to production in close working together with production managers, supervisors and operators.
  • Maintain complete documentation of assigned projects including operational, working instructions and procedures according to HMP’s ISO system.
  • Provide proper training of supervisors and operators for new and improved processes or products.
  • Working towards the company goal for the reduction of accidents.
  • Supports the introduction of the QM 9001 2000 and DIN EN ISO 14001 system in Process Development Department and HMP.
  • Works with support staff to assure project adherence to quality, safety and environmental standards that exceed the industry minimum.
  • Delivers data necessary for permit registration and authority compliance within California and USA legislation.
  • Assures us that newly invented and improved processes increase the precious metal security in HMP.
  • Assures precious metal security during tests and storage in the Process Development areas.
  • Responsible for the planning, installation, maintenance and servicing of the devices, machinery and equipment in the department pursuant to the legal regulations in force,
  • Responsible for timely communication of information to the VP Quality and Regulatory Compliance or his designee regarding any planned changes and new investments (as relevant under environmental or occupational protection aspects)

What is required for this role:

  • An experienced engineer with appropriate industry experience, preferably in the precious metal industry.
  • An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
  • Technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus.
  • A well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player.
  • Able to communicate with people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills.
  • Masters or bachelor’s degree in engineering or Chemical Engineering.
  • 3+ years working experience preferred.

Curious? Apply now!

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.  

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov

Any further questions?

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.


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