Controls Engineer

Toyoda Gosei Americas; Brighton (MI); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Toyoda Gosei Americas is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop and install controls and equipment for continuous improvement of manufacturing processes in safety, ergonomics, quality and production efficiency.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or 5+ years in controls) and hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics, and IATF quality systems. Strong project management and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years in controls required.
• Strong understanding of IATF quality systems and processes.
• Excellent communication with all teams and external parties.

Responsabilités

• Prioritize safety and quality standards in manufacturing controls.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing, quality and extrusion teams.
• Develop and install production/assembly controls and test equipment.
• Travel to supplier and customer facilities as needed.
• Maintain internal drawings and documentation.

Connaissances

Safety-minded

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Reading engineering drawings

PLC and robotic systems

Process improvement

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar field

Outils

JDE

FileHold

ADP

Description du poste

Job Summary

Design, develop and install controls and equipment for continuous improvement of manufacturing processes in the areas of safety, ergonomics, quality and production efficiency.

Job Summary

Design, develop and install controls and equipment for continuous improvement of manufacturing processes in the areas of safety, ergonomics, quality and production efficiency.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Skills & Education

• Safety-minded
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar field or 5+ years of experience in controls required
• Understanding of IATF quality systems and processes within department to ensure company and customer standards are met
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all team members and external parties
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of JDE, FileHold and ADP software packages desired
• Proper handling of confidential and sensitive information
• Must be result-driven
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Must be able to read and understand engineering drawings, pneumatic and electrical diagrams
• Must have thorough working knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC) and robotic systems and programming of such.
• Experienced in managing projects to successful completion
• Have a practical knowledge of automotive industry practices such as PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, etc.

Major Accountabilities

• Prioritize safety and quality standards and expectations
• Must demonstrate behaviors that support TGFS’ mission, vision, and core values
• Support Hoshin activities for TGFS annually & actively participate in task force activities
• Work with all departments and maintain communication among various groups
• Follow TG policies and procedure adherence
• Ensure training requirements are met on-time
• Manage training requirements to ensure timely completion
• Follow Stop, Call, Wait (SCW)
• Provide engineering/technical support to manufacturing, quality, engineering/extrusion and skilled trades personnel
• Manage the procurement of new assembly and test equipment for new product launches, as well as existing products
• Develop and set-up new production/assembly processes in the plant
• Produce and maintain internal drawings as necessary
• Travel to supplier and customer facilities to attend business meetings as necessary
• Investigate alternative production processes, equipment or materials that may be used now or in the future to improve our production processes or product quality
• Any additional duties as assigned by manager

Working Conditions

• 60% office, 40% plant floor.
• Must work scheduled hours, including weekends and overtime as needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.

Safety & PPE Requirements On The Plant Floor

• Glasses required in production areas
• Closed-toe and closed-heel shoes required
• Hair reaching shoulder length must be secured behind head in production areas
• High visibility clothing in required areas
• All other required PPE as outlined