Factory Controls Engineer

Optimal; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer in Michigan to develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data. You will lead problem solving, troubleshoot machinery and automation, and program new installations of automation, machinery, and robots.

You will also assist in training plant personnel, coordinate IT integration, and review risk assessments for equipment safety as part of a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members.
• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook familiarity.
• PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement improvements to control systems using FIS data.
• Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues.
• Troubleshoot machinery, robotics, automation, and controls issues and downtime.
• Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots.
• Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety.

Skills

PLC/CNC

Robotics

Computer Vision

Software Systems

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Position Description

We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success.
Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community and the world in which we live. Position Duties:
Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data
Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues
Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated
Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians
Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS. Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime
Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment
Review and coordinate project installations
Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements
Maintain program backups for machinery and automation
Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots
Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety

Skills Required

PLC/CNC, Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Software Systems
Robotics, Computer Vision

Experience Required

• 5+ yrs of related experience
• Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members when required
• Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley)

Education Required

High School Diploma / GED