Automation & Controls Engineer (m/w/x)

Automation & Controls Engineer (m/w/x) at Owens Corning

Job Description

Owens Corning Nonwovens GmbH is part of Owens Corning’s Europe Composites Non Woven Business. The plant runs several production lines and handles trading goods. This position is located in Brüggen, Germany.

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Lead

Main Responsibilities

Lead Safety for an injury free work environment

• Educates team members on safe maintenance work processes and procedures
• Adheres to, and continuously improves, all Plant and position-specific safety policies, procedures, and standards
• Ensures a safe, clean and environmentally compliant work environment and builds a culture where safety is a first priority
• Effectively communicates Owens Corning’s stand of safety with external parties and ensures that they work according to our safety standards
• Good knowledge of NEC NFPA 70 and 70E, including Arc Flash

Automation & Controls

• Design, implement, and optimize automation solutions (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, S7, WIN CC, AWAQS)
• Provide technical support and continuous improvement for automation systems
• Specify, install, and validate instrumentation and control systems
• Troubleshoot automation and electrical systems; implement sustainable solutions
• Lead and support CAPEX automation projects
• Apply mechatronic solutions for material and product handling
• Maintain accurate documentation and version control for control systems

Maintenance & Operations Support

• Support troubleshooting and technology transfer for systems and equipment
• Train technicians and operators on new technologies (e.g., HMI, PLCs)
• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Conduct root cause analysis and create One Point Lessons (OPLs)

Project & Interface Management

• Participate in project planning to identify automation opportunities
• Use digital tools to monitor performance (e.g., OEE, cycle time)
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors
• Apply project management skills to ensure successful implementation

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Five years of automation and control engineering experience in a Plant, or related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong safety awareness, commitment and safety leadership
• Experience working with 480 V
• Experience leading projects (Capital, Focused Improvement)
• Experience with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLC’s, Siemens Win CC & TIA PORTAL
• User experience with SAP, maintenance tools, database systems and MS Office
• Experience in TPM and Lean Manufacturing (Six Sigma) is a plus
• Industrial automation, process control, project management, calibration, instrumentation, Profi-Net and Ethernet, Multi-Drive System, protective systems and computer infrastructure knowledge
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems, perform failure analysis, and conduct complex system tests
• Languages: German (mother tongue level) and English (business fluent). French is a plus.
• This role is onsite in Brüggen – be responsive to the needs of the plant (will be on call)

Additional Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Hands‑on mentality and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in coaching and developing technical staff

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials