Automation Controls Engineer

Autoliv United States; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the automotive safety sector is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves analyzing, designing, and testing cutting-edge equipment and processes, ensuring safety and efficiency in automotive solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in control networks and programming, with a knack for problem-solving. Enjoy a flexible work environment and a competitive compensation package while contributing to a company committed to safety and equality. If you are passionate about technology and innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options

Recognition awards

Company events

University discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automation control programming experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills in control software and hardware issues.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop equipment, materials, and processes.
• Troubleshoot machine control issues and facilitate software design.

Skills

Control Networks (Ethernet/IP, DH+, DeviceNet)

Problem-solving skills

Robotics setup and manipulation

Programming skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering

Tools

PLC Ladder Logic systems

Vision and barcode scanning systems

Servo controllers and systems

Job description

Automation Controls Engineer

Autoliv North America, a leading provider of automotive occupant safety solutions, is seeking talented individuals passionate about safety and innovation.

What you’ll do:

1. Analyze, research, design, develop, and test equipment, materials, and processes.
2. Develop modeling and measuring techniques, troubleshoot machine control issues, and facilitate software and process design to meet customer needs.
3. Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistical methods, engineering principles, and physics.

What is required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.
• Experience with control networks such as Ethernet/IP, DH+, DeviceNet, GPIB, and Profibus.
• Familiarity with manufacturing systems, electrical/control technology, RS232 and RS485 protocols, vision and barcode scanning systems, servo controllers, servo systems, and analog/digital signals.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in control software, programming, and hardware issues.
• Experience with robotics setup, application, and manipulation.
• Ability to create automation standards aligned with current technology.
• Preferred: Five years of automation control programming experience with PLC Ladder Logic systems.

What’s in it for you:

• Attractive compensation package
• Flexible scheduling options
• Recognition awards, company and family events, university discounts, and more
• Commitment to gender pay equality

Autoliv is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.