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Principal Controls Engineer

United States, Marion Employment contract 112000.00 - 154000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted June 02, 2026
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This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop or participate in the development of solutions to problems specific to your assigned projects
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects
  • Work with manufacturing and other functional groups on manufacturing regulatory compliance issues
  • Write and/or implement, and report on validation activities
  • Design and perform routine testing, project experiments, analysis of data and reports results
  • Perform engineering studies on new equipment to resolve accurate settings, control points, etc. including data collecting during start up and test batches
  • Initiate new or revisions of protocols/operating instructions specific to the project
  • Perform NCR/CAPA investigations and tasks
  • Lead and implement change control activities related to equipment
  • Perform work assignments within production department that include training and technical support
  • Assist service department as an SME and leads equipment and/or process solving efforts as needed
  • Interpret, complete, and recommend modifications to operating policies where appropriate
  • Establish and control capital operating budgets for project
  • Assist in the design, installation and start-up of new equipment and systems
  • Perform technical trouble shooting and implement problem resolution for equipment/systems
  • Coordinate with multi-functional teams (internal and external) on projects relating to product lines
  • Provide leadership, direction, and expertise for sophisticated projects
  • Provide leadership and drive innovation within the plant

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering preferred)
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in a similar role
  • PLC: Allen-Bradley Control Logix, AB500, Safety PLCs
  • HMI: Allen-Bradley
  • Robotics: Fanuc, Yaskawa
  • Vision Systems: Cognex, Keyence
  • Servo control systems (Rockwell, Yaskawa)
  • Electrical: Hands on solving and diagnostic skills, understanding of Category 3 Safety Systems, E-Plan P8, AutoCAD, ability to read/draw schematics
  • Communication: Understanding of TCP/IP networks, RS-232 interfaces, Profibus communication, Fieldbus and HSSB
  • Familiarity with drives (such as servo and VFD) motion control, encoders, hydraulics, and pneumatics
  • Knowledgeable in the practice and application of Lean Manufacturing
  • Knowledgeable in the practice and execution of validation protocols
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice to have

  • Hands on mechanical abilities
  • AutoCAD drafting skills

What we offer

  • Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
  • 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Support for Parents
  • Continuing Education/Professional Development
  • Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
  • 2 Days a Year to Volunteer
  • Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Business travel accident insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Educational assistance programs
  • Commuting benefits
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Childcare benefits
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112000.00 - 154000.00 USD / Year
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  • Robotics: Fanuc, Yaskawa
  • Vision Systems: Cognex, Keyence
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Expiration Date
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