We are seeking a Controls Engineer to develop, maintain, and enhance automation control systems critical to the automotive seating assembly process. This role plays a key part in ensuring efficient, reliable, and high-quality production through continuous improvement of automated manufacturing systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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The Controls Engineer will support the maintenance department by assisting in equipment troubleshooting issues, including PLC ladder logic and data handling functions in Control Logix processors
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Maintain PLC documentation upon receipt from equipment suppliers and an archive of PLC programs & machine controls drawings in an electronic format for the entire facility
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Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve automated equipment including devices, I/O, instruments, and all other components associate with automated processes to meet production and safety goals
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Support various I/O devices connected to PLC’s including HMI’s, scanners, remote I/O, sensors, relays, solenoids, servo drives, etc.
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Improve equipment uptime and contribute to Plant reliability maintenance
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Schedule and complete backups of all electronic machine control and robotic programs on a set schedule and develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance Programs
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Ability to diagnose problems with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems interfacing with electrical and electronic systems
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Applies knowledge of electronic and instrumentation principles to determine equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation
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Implement and maintain data collection system from Plant floor processing equipment
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Identify and implement error-proofing requirements throughout the production process
Educational Required
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Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, and/or equivalent work experience.
Experience Required & Preferred
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Minimum 2 years of Controls Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting (automotive is preferred).
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Experience using Allen Bradley’s RS Logix 5000, ControLogix, Panelview and FT Optix development software is a must.
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Robotics experience with Fanuc.
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Hands-on experience with JIT, Kaizen Events and/or other lean manufacturing strategies.
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Robot cell design and programming.
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Industrial networking.
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System specification, ordering, run-off, installation and qualification.
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Capital equipment budget planning and tracking.
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Strong computer skills with ability to quickly learn new software/applications.
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Ability to draw two dimensional layouts in CAD software.
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Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.