Controls Engineer – Sterling Heights, MI
- BA in electrical engineering preferred or 5+ years in role of Control’s Engineer at Tier 1 Automotive manufacturing facility
- Installation and technical support for all PLC based hardware and software
- Ability to read, modify and troubleshoot robots
Objective:
The Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and supervising all aspects of the plant electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. Responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC-based hardware and software. The goal is to ensure that the plant is running smoothly and efficiently while also meeting quality and safety standards. The Controls Engineer design, implement and maintain processes that help manufacturers increase productivity.
Responsibilities:
· Responsible for planning and executing new installations, upgrades and continuous improvements with internal and external resources to support our business goals and objectives.
· Reads, modifies, and troubleshoots PLC programs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens preferred) using laptop computer.
· Work with Manufacturing and/or Quality to solve customer Quality issues
· Analyze plant processes and help make improvements based on extensive knowledge of electronics, engineering, and mechanics.
· Proactively develops improvement suggestions to improve plant performance, equipment reliability and uptime
· Creates programs to minimize and limit down time.
· Ensures that error proofing devices are programmed to be checked in real time and processes are stopped when malfunctions are detected.
· Ensures that all sensors, processes, and relevant parameters are checked in real time to ensure process compliance and processes are stopped when malfunctions are detected.
· Writes programs in a manner that has sufficient information and is available to the operators so trouble shooting can be done by operators.
· Writes programs in a manner that the process capabilities are maximize and equipment wear and tear is kept to a minimum possible.
· Supporting implementation of Factory 4.0.
· Create, verify, and maintain electrical control schematics and program documentation.
· Create and maintain backup programs for all programs and software in both locations to prevent loss.
· Design, develop and improve new machine controls including CNC, robotics, transfer systems, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and vision systems.
· Responsible for trouble shoot equipment and facility problems as they arise.
· Support in defining Statement of Requirements, specifications, and standards in respect to controls and programming portion for new and modified equipment.
· Assists in creation of and performs preventative and predictive maintenance activities as assigned. Repair of equipment as needed.
· Develop a Maintenance program for control systems, programs and perform maintenance.
· Continually improve the PM program for control systems.
· Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF 16949, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook.
· Demonstrated ability to carry out projects from beginning to end in coordination with internal and external resources
· Able to work in teams as well as independently on work assignments.
· Follows MIOSHA and company safety regulations and policies, including wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment). Reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Leader.
Education / Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology certification or 5 plus years of equivalent experience and education.
· Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the automotive manufacturing environment.
· Must have strong knowledge of PLC’s (Allen Bradley and Siemens).
· Knowledge of robotics (ABB and Fanuc) preferred.
· Experience of HMI programming including but not limited to: RS Logic Suite, FTView, and Siemens Programming Suite required.
· Must have knowledge of various networks such as Ethernet/IP, DH+, RIO, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and RS232.
· Must be able to interpret and design electrical schematics.
· Must be continuous improvement minded and must understand the “7 wastes” to write effective programs.
· Must have ability to multitask.
· Must be adaptable, striving to find creative solutions to problems as they arise.
· Working knowledge of OmniLinks and Wintress preferred.
Certifications
Must be able to obtain Hilo, Crane, and/or Aerial lift.
Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.
Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.
Branex Group offers the following benefits:
-Medical Insurance
-Dental Insurance
-Vision insurance
-Paid time off
-401(k)
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Sterling Heights, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person