Controls Engineer

Allor Solutions; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Allor Solutions seeks an experienced Controls Engineer to join our team on 3rd shift in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. You will program PLCs and HMIs, design control systems, and support equipment launches and upgrades on the plant floor.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, hands-on experience in controls and automation, and proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on technical experience in controls, automation, or a related field is preferred.
• Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming software experience is preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Advanced proficiency with MQ1 and QAD databases.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the company's mission, vision, values, and goals in daily activities.
• Program and support complete PLC, HMI, network devices, and related hardware for new equipment installations.
• Design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic control systems for new and retrofit equipment.
• Develop and support motor drive configurations for servo, variable frequency, and DC systems.
• Implement, program, and troubleshoot robotic systems.
• Support new program and equipment launches, including startup, debugging, and achievement of performance objectives.
• Utilize engineering software and equipment, including PLC and HMI programs, motion control programs, PC-based programs, and CAD-based programs.
• Evaluate and apply new technology as required.
• Ensure manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing meet functional specifications.
• Troubleshoot new and existing systems in support of manufacturing operations.
• Support new model launches and continuous improvement teams.
• Participate in cross-functional and program management activities.
• Work directly on the plant floor as needed.

Skills

Controls engineering

Automation

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Allen-Bradley HMI programming

MQ1 databases

QAD databases

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their team on 3rd shift. This position will support plant operations, equipment launches, automation systems, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the company's mission, vision, values, and goals in daily activities.
• Program and support complete PLC, HMI, network devices, and related hardware for new equipment installations.
• Design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic control systems for new and retrofit equipment.
• Develop and support motor drive configurations for servo, variable frequency, and DC systems.
• Implement, program, and troubleshoot robotic systems.
• Support new program and equipment launches, including startup, debugging, and achievement of performance objectives.
• Utilize engineering software and equipment, including PLC and HMI programs, motion control programs, PC-based programs, and CAD-based programs.
• Evaluate and apply new technology as required.
• Ensure manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing meet functional specifications.
• Troubleshoot new and existing systems in support of manufacturing operations.
• Support new model launches and continuous improvement teams.
• Participate in cross-functional and program management activities.
• Work directly on the plant floor as needed.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Hands-on technical experience in controls, automation, or a related field is preferred
• Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming software experience is preferred
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Advanced proficiency with MQ1 and QAD databases.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities within a manufacturing environment.