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Location: Cottage Grove, MN Date: 10-Jul-2025 Company: Renewal by Andersen Posting City: Cottage Grove, MN Ref #: 8725 Job Category: Engineering, Manufacturing (RbA) Posting City: Cottage Grove State: MNDescription & Requirements
RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN SUMMARY:
Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team members’ personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential. We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they’re most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability. If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.POSITION SUMMARY
Renewal by Andersen is seeking a Computer/Controls Engineer at our Cottage Grove, MN location.
This position is responsible for providing Engineering expertise within the Renewal by Andersen (RbA) team supporting business growth projects. The ideal candidate for this position is an innovative thinker and has a passion for operational excellence.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Patch, update, and maintain server operating systems and applications on the server.
- Maintain, patch, configure, and deploy Rockwell software applications (FactoryTalk Suite products).
- Create installation, maintenance, and design guides, workflows, and documentation for servers, applications, and design changes.
- Own and manage licensing requirements for Automation and Controls software.
- Provide and/or coordinate detailed quotes/estimates for server and support hardware, Windows OS, VM’s, applications, and systems integrations work
- Write equipment, server/PC, communication, and network functional specifications
- Work with vendors to assure specifications and code requirements are followed
- Design/build server/network systems to meet applications needs
- Conduct equipment operational testing during Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing
- Participate in PLC programming, HMI/operator screen, SPC, and QMS systems integration standard and development.
- Participative team approach to problem solving and root cause analysis with associates, supervisors, maintenance, operations, Value Stream Managers, and peers
- Assess current vs future state server, PC, OS, network, and data-license server technology capabilities
- Coach, mentor, and train less experienced staff on technical topics
- Position may require participation on an on-call systems support
- Travel requirements: Less than 10% for training, corporate visits, and vendor visits
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering or similar field
- 2+ years of engineering experience preferred with data server-network/PLC integration
- Proficient with firewalls, VLAN’s, and managed switch configurations
- Advanced knowledge of data servers, server architecture, virtual machines (VM’s), and general Windows OS support and patching
- Understanding of visualization/operator interfaces (FactoryTalk View SE) and Thin Client/Thin Manager
- Experience with Rockwell communications software (FTLinx) and Studio5000 programming software
- Proficiency reading and creating electrical and network schematics
- Proficient with the use of common electrical and network testing tools
- Project management skills; deliver safe, effective, sustainable, and reliable solutions (Project planning, approval process, equipment specification, budget, preventative maintenance, acceptance plans, design review, safety assessments, capital request)
- Proficient in safe work methods (lock out tag out, arc flash)
- Communicate effectively through written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills
- Strong aptitude in problem solving, collecting data, performing statistical analyses, and making process improvements through sound, data-driven decisions
- Comfortable with hands-on work and interested in working in a manufacturing setting
- Self-motivated and able to learn quickly; being able to work independently and on a team depending on the situation
- Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
COMPENSATION Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $99,216-153,784.
CULTURE AND BENEFITS:
Who we are is not just what we do but why we do it. Ultimately, we do what we do to make a difference. Renewal by Andersen is united by a goal to make a difference in the lives of our homeowners, our colleagues, our families and our communities. Our team members have a passion for what we do and are empowered to exceed expectations and deliver delight not just at work, but in our communities. Our teams across North America invest in all those they interact with because Renewal Cares. It's who we are; we are one network of Difference Makers.Benefits include, and are not limited to:• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching• Profit Sharing• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses• Life Insurance• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
PROFIT SHARING: In 2025 Andersen has set a profit sharing target of $3,500 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.
VISA SPONSORSHIP: At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider applying to this position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Andersen Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact TACompliance@andersencorp.com.
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experience will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today. #LI-JL2 Posting City: Cottage Grove, MN