Controls Engineer

V2Soft, Inc; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

V2Soft is seeking a Manufacturing Electrical & Controls engineer to drive world-class controls for Powertrain programs. You will lead the engineering deliverables from design through launch, implementing robust hardware/software architectures and coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, plus hands-on PLC/CNC expertise and knowledge of UL/ISO safety standards.

Qualifications

• Lead assembly and machining controls engineering deliverables for VOME & PTO programs.
• Implement standard software and hardware controls architectures across programs.
• Capture lessons learned and apply to new programs and standards.
• Lead simultaneous engineering meetings with Tier I suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Participate in management program reviews and represent controls in commodity discussions.
• Drive the controls organization to resolve issues related to feasibility, timing, and cost.
• Respond to emergency downtime events and manage current scope program responsibilities.
• Deliver new model program work for Powertrain programs in SE MI, OH, KS, or Windsor, ONT.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Engineering

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Rockwell PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Schneider PLCs

Bosch PLCs

CNC/Motion controls

Job description

Manufacturing Electrical & Controls Team Position

V2Soft is a global leader in IT services and business solutions, delivering innovative and cost-effective technology solutions worldwide since 1998. We partner with Fortune 500 companies to address complex business challenges. Our services span AI, IT staffing, cloud computing, engineering, mobility, testing, and more. Certified with CMMI Level 3 and ISO standards, V2Soft is committed to quality and security. Beyond our work, we actively support local communities and non‑profits, reflecting our core values. Join us to be part of a dynamic and impactful global company!

As part of our Manufacturing Electrical & Controls team, you'll help build the world‑class, state‑of‑the‑art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we're continually seeking diligent, driven performers who think creatively to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.

Skills Required

Electrical Engineering

Skills Preferred

Project Engineering

Experience Required

• Lead the assembly and machining controls engineering deliverables for VOME & PTO programs, from simultaneous engineering through program launch for all Global VOME & PTO sites.
• Implement and apply standard software and hardware controls architectures across all programs/plants, following the VOME & PTO specification.
• Ensure the identification and capture of lessons learned along with their application to new programs, as well as the impact to existing strategies and standards.
• Lead simultaneous engineering meetings with Tier I suppliers to orchestrate controls program reviews with all interested parties.
• Participate in management program reviews and represent the controls organization in commodity discussions.
• Drive the controls organization to resolve issues, including feasibility, timing, cost, and workload.
• Respond to emergency downtime events.
• Handle current scope program responsibilities.
• Deliver new model program work for various Powertrain programs supporting and working in either SE MI, Ohio, Kansas City, or Windsor, ONT.
• Travel up to 80% during peak program times.
• Work off shift, as the need arises, during peak program install and launch times.
• Bachelors degree - pursuing and received by or before February 2022
• Prefer a minimum of 5 years of implementation experience

Experience Preferred

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in controls engineering with strong ability to quickly learn and apply controls knowledge
• Applied experience in Structured Control Language (SCL)
• Including FC/FB Editing and creation
• Software programming experience in Rockwell & Siemens - both preferred
• Direct program experience with assembly, machining, and tooling for Powertrain & Vehicle equipment.
• Ability to Engineer & Implement controls architectures (hardware/software).
• Validated programming capabilities with Siemens, Schneider, Bosch PLCs and with CNC/Motion controls systems.
• Hands-on knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and fix PLC, CNC, robot, vision and other automation issues.
• Demonstrated skill in cell machining systems and integration of CNC controls, gantries and auxiliary equipment.
• Knowledge of assembly and machining RFID systems including complexity management, and QOS strategies.
• Knowledge of international electrical/safety standards (UL, ISO, IEC etc) and familiarity with internal/external safety processes (risk assessments, PSS, coordinated safety etc).

Education Required

High School Diploma / GED

Education Preferred

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information

• Able to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints and design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints.
• Understanding of communication network architectures and field bus protocols.
• Knowledge of PTME IT standard footprint applications such as FIS, QLS, QWX, GPTS, QDAS, OBL, PDS etc., & EP-Operator system.
• Familiarity with program delivery elements from the cost study phase to launch.
• Process engineering knowledge including GPDS deliverables and plant operational impact of controls designs.
• Experience interacting with senior management, process engineering, safety, IT, and plant production teams.
• Self-starter, self-directed with organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Robust manufacturing background with heavy emphasis on production related controls experience
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead in the technical aspects of the role
• One or more years of experience with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Ability to implement AI Models to existing workstreams to improve team efficiency.
• Experience using problem-solving skills within FMEA, DOE, DMAIC, 5D, 8D processes. Fully onsite. V2Soft is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.