Controls & IT Systems Engineer

## Overview ***Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!*** Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material. **Wieland's Cultural Values** Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: **safety**, **ambition**, **optimism**, **reliability**, **ownership**, **diversity**, & **respect**. Wieland is hiring a **Controls & IT Systems Engineer**. The Controls & IT Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, support, and continuous improvement of industrial control systems, operational technology (OT), information technology (IT) infrastructure, and business systems. This role serves as the technical link between manufacturing operations, automation systems, networking and IT Systems, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient operation of production equipment and technology platforms. The position supports PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, industrial networks, servers, cloud platforms, cybersecurity initiatives, and business systems while leading technology projects that improve equipment reliability, productivity, data integration, and operational performance. The Systems, Controls & IT Engineer collaborates across engineering, maintenance, operations, and corporate IT teams to drive digital transformation, system standardization, and continuous improvement throughout the organization. This role is located in **Duncansville, PA** and will be fully on-site. ## Responsibilities **Controls & IT Systems Engineer Responsibilities:** **Controls Engineering & Automation** - Design, program, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA, VFD, and industrial control systems. - Support manufacturing equipment, automated production lines, and process control systems. - Develop and maintain control system documentation, electrical schematics, and network architecture drawings. - Lead automation projects, equipment upgrades, and process improvement initiatives. - Analyze equipment performance, identify root causes of failures, and implement corrective actions. - Support machine integration, data collection, and Industry initiatives. **Systems Engineering** - Design and maintain reliable systems architecture supporting manufacturing and business operations. - Manage system performance, software deployments, upgrades, and technology lifecycle planning. - Develop standards for system configuration, maintenance, and documentation. - Support integration between production equipment, business systems, and cloud platforms. **Information Technology** - Manage, support and maintain network infrastructure, servers, workstations, data backup and cloud-based services. - Troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues. - Support ERP, MES, CMMS, SAP, Microsoft 365 and other business-critical applications. **Operational Technology (OT) & Industrial Networking** - Support industrial Ethernet networks, managed switches, wireless systems, and plant-floor communications. - Maintain connectivity between OT and IT environments while ensuring security and reliability. - Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and OPC. - Monitor system health and implement performance improvements. **Cybersecurity** - Follow cybersecurity best practices across IT and OT environments in coordination with Wieland corporate IT Team. - Support cybersecurity assessments, audits, and compliance requirements. **Project Management & Continuous Improvement** - Lead capital and continuous improvement projects involving controls, systems, and IT infrastruct…