Automotive Controls Engineer - PLC & Automation Specialist

Adient plc

Georgetown (KY)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Foamech Adient is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop, maintain and improve automation systems for automotive seating production. You will troubleshoot PLCs, back up programs, and support maintenance with hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical interfaces.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in controls engineering in manufacturing, experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, and proficiency in AutoCAD and wiring methods. Join a global leader and help optimize plant reliability and safety.

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering/Electrical field preferred, or equivalent experience.
3–5 years of controls engineering manufacturing experience; automotive JIT preferred.
Strong PLC troubleshooting and programming skills with Allen-Bradley equipment.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and electrical wiring practices.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot PLC ladder logic and data handling in ControlLogix for production lines.
Maintain PLC documentation and archive programs and drawings.
Repair and improve automated equipment to meet production and safety goals.
Support I/O devices, HMIs, scanners, remote I/O, sensors, relays, and servo drives; assist pneumatic troubleshooting.
Improve equipment uptime and contribute to plant reliability.
Back up machine control and robotic programs; develop preventive maintenance plans.
Diagnose hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical issues interfacing with electrical systems.
Apply instruments knowledge to identify malfunctions and restore operation.
Implement data collection from plant floor equipment and error-proofing measures.
Participate in 8D and root-cause problem solving; support continuous improvement.
Contribute to equipment purchase specs and review control drawings before builds.