Controls Specialist Corporate Coordinator
Job Description
Controls Specialist – Corporate Coordinator
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Company: Virginia Transformer Corporation
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Location: Roanoke Virginia or Pocatello Idaho
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Department: Engineering / Manufacturing / Quality
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Position Summary
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The Controls Specialist – Corporate Coordinator is responsible for standardizing, developing, and optimizing electrical control systems and processes across VTC manufacturing operations. This role serves as a technical leader supporting plant operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, improving product quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives related to control systems, electrical connections, and automation.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Develop, standardize, and implement control system processes across multiple manufacturing facilities
- Ensure compliance with NEC/NFPA 70, UL/CE, and IEC standards in all control-related designs and processes
- Support programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of electrical control systems and automation
- Define and validate electrical connections, control components, and system architectures
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve product performance and manufacturability
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for control system failures or quality issues
- Evaluate and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, FMEA, and APQP methodologies
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and work instructions
- Conduct audits, inspections, and validation of control systems and manufacturing processes
- Support new product/process development including testing, validation, and implementation
- Train and mentor plant personnel on control systems, processes, and best practices
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Qualifications
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Required
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- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering
- Strong knowledge of electrical control systems, digital and analog electronics
- Experience with process development, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Working knowledge of NEC/NFPA 70, UL/CE, and IEC standards
- Proven experience applying root cause analysis methodologies
- Bilingual: English (B2/C1) and conversational Spanish
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
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Preferred
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- Experience with controls testing, functional validation, and routing audits
- Knowledge of materials such as conductors, sensors, terminals, and control components
- Familiarity with quality management systems and process auditing
- Experience with metrology, calibration, and validation of measurement systems
- Background in training, instruction, or technical development
- Exposure to transformer manufacturing or heavy industrial environments
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Core Competencies
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- Leadership: Ability to influence without direct authority and drive alignment across teams
- Strategic Thinking: Systems-level perspective across design, production, and customer requirements
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical mindset with structured troubleshooting approach
- Communication: Ability to effectively train, guide, and empower shop floor personnel
- Adaptability: Resilient in dynamic manufacturing environments and change management
- Autonomy: Self-driven with strong prioritization and execution skills
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Compensation & Benefits
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- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career development and advancement opportunities
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Why Join Virginia Transformer Corporation
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- Work with a leading manufacturer supporting critical power infrastructure
- Exposure to cutting-edge transformer and energy solutions
- Opportunity to impact multiple facilities at a corporate level
- Collaborative, growth-oriented environment
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