Controls Engineer
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Job Description
Job Title: Controls Automation Engineer
Location: 3 locations in Michigan
Salary: $80000 $100000
Company Overview
With over 40 years of leadership in plastics manufacturing for the automotive industry our company is renowned for its innovative research and expert team. We provide comprehensive support from cuttingedge design concepts to specialized extrusion and compression technologies. We are looking for a Controls Automation Engineer to join our team focusing on troubleing automation and driving process improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Trouble diagnose and repair plant equipment including automation robots and secondary systems.
- Develop test and implement software solutions for automation and control systems.
- Oversee and support equipment installation startup and debugging processes.
- Lead project initiatives for new product and process development enhancing productivity and reducing costs.
- Provide leadership in the training and implementation of new equipment and processes.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize workstation setups and improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure projects stay within budget and meet cost targets.
- Ensure all equipment complies with safety and quality standards exceeding both governmental and internal requirements.
- Contribute to New Product Development by designing workflows and layouts for postmold equipment.
- Maintain accurate doentation including component lists project budgets quotes and equipment performance records.
- Participate in quality improvement teams (8D) and drive costsaving initiatives.
- Write setup and operation manuals and train personnel on new equipment.
Basic Qualifications:
- ociate’s degree or equivalent technical training with 23 years of experience in automation electrical design control system integration and troubleing.
- Proficiency in PLC/HMI programming (preferably Rockwell) and vision systems (Cognex Keyence Dalsa).
- Experience with AutoCAD for electrical schematics.
- Ability to interpret electrical pneumatic and mechanical diagrams.
- Strong ytical troubleing and problemsolving ss.
- Knowledge of industry standards and safety codes.
- Willingness to work overtime or offshift as needed.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent use of hands; standing walking and sitting; occasional climbing or balancing.
- Must frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in environments with moderate noise and mechanical exposure.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Medical Dental Vision coverage.
- 401k with company match.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
- Opportunities for job promotions.
- Employee discounts flexible spending accounts life insurance and referral programs.
Employment Type
Full Time
