Opportunity
We are growing! Kohler has begun construction on a new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility on 200 acres in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ.  We are looking for passionate talent to join our leadership team.  This role will be based at our Casa Grande facility once it is open.  The role will work hybrid or fully remote leading up to the opening.  Significant travel may be required during the construction and start-up phases of the facility.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary with annual merit increases and bonus potentialWide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave401k savings planCompany-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of serviceCareer advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee discountsCompany-paid relocation packageWill consider sponsorship and take over sponsorship of employment VisasNearly 300 days of sunshine every year and absolutely no snow!
What We’re Looking For:
As a Controls Engineer, you will assist in managing the installation and startup of equipment, systems, and software, from an electrical/controls perspective that is specific to Casa Grande plant processes.  You will also help maintain and improve those processes and systems to keep the manufacturing facility as current and efficient as possible, especially regarding electrical and controls systems and software.  You’ll be our ideal candidate if you enjoy developing and applying engineering theories, methods, and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex technical problems with new technologies. 
Your Technical Responsibilities:
Assist in the management of the controls and electrical portion of installation, commissioning, and validation of assigned equipment and processes during the startup of the Casa Grande facilityAnalyze, evaluate, plan methods of approach, and organize a means to achieve solutions of complex technical problemsProvide technical support, as required, to ensure plant electrical and controls equipment are operating, optimized, and meet all applicable safety standards, including troubleshooting of down equipment as required Maintain knowledge and understanding of equipment electrical controls and upgrade as neededHelp create and implement plans to mitigate any upgrades to equipment electrical controlsAssist in the Implementation of error proofing solutions that are integrated into the production line or manufacturing process control and/ or electrical systems, such as the integration of cameras, laser sensors, in-process/post process gage systems, data collection, etc.Research and evaluate new and existing processes, operations, and support systems for adaptation and/or improvements needed to manufacture Kohler and Sterling products to meet objectives and improve customer experienceMaintain proficiency in mechanical/electrical design, as needed, to evaluate and manage improvement projectsProvide support in the initiation, development, and implementation of continuous improvement projects in areas of responsibility in support of plant initiatives, objectives, and improvementsConduct feasibility studies to ensure that implementation of recommended improvements would meet objectives with respect to safety, quality, market demands, competitive costs, and general financial criteriaWork with maintenance team to maintain and update spare parts strategy, recommended preventative maintenance and frequency, etc., for controls equipment