Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC/Robotics)

Ford

Louisville (KY)

On-site

USD 84,480 - 162,120

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ford in Louisville, KY is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to lead problem-solving efforts across tooling, equipment, and conveyors. You will coordinate resources to identify root causes, validate fixes, and manage setups and maintenance of industrial barcode printers.

You will design and implement vision control systems and continuously evaluate equipment for quality and delivery. You will reprogram equipment for engineering changes, update backups, program new installations of automation

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is required.
2+ years of controls engineering experience (internships counted).
5x8 schedule with flexibility for overtime/shifts.

Responsibilities

Coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, break down problems into validated items.
Handle setup and maintenance of industrial barcode printers.
Design and implement vision control systems; work with vision cameras and software.
Review cycle times with plant monitoring software and follow up on installations.
Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements.
Update program backups for machinery and automation.
Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots.
Review risk assessments and evaluate equipment safety as part of a team.
Assist in training manufacturing personnel and plant electricians.
Read and modify electrical prints and schematics; utilize AutoCAD.