The Manufacturing Electrical Controls Engineer is responsible for planning, implementing and maintaining stable and capable production/business processes as they pertain to equipment functionality; machine/equipment capabilities as they relate to safety, throughput, and quality.
Job Responsibilities:
- Test and coordinate the implementation of preventive actions in the production lines in order to establish and verify capable and stable production processes.
- Resolve issues associated with assembly automation, workstations, robotics and automated equipment
- Troubleshoot PLC controls with electrical components servo-drives, motors, wiring and panels.
- Review and make PLC program changes on Siemens, Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi and other machining PLC programs.
- Capture and document changes and update prints as needed
- Lead, coordinate and facilitate troubleshooting electrical issues, problem resolution as it relates to equipment downtime, throughput improvement or any safety concerns, establish, maintain, update and administer electrical control plans.
- Participate in all aspects of simultaneous engineering efforts to improve current processes and new projects; and perform any related tasks as needed.
- The Controls Engineer will work closely with maintenance groups, trades and business unit leaders.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent BS in a related technical discipline (e.g. mathematics, physics, engineering technology).
- Strong computer skills must be proficient in MS-Office, Auto-CAD.
- Possess strong problem-solving skills (Kaizen and root cause analysis).
- English language competency required with good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge and experience with automated production equipment (Reading electrical prints).
- Must be self-directed and willing to work any shift.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preferred candidate shall have 2 or more years manufacturing experience in automotive assembly, machining/die casting, etc.
