Controls Engineer

MJ Recruiters; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

A leading automotive supplier in Findlay, OH seeks a hands-on Controls Engineer to oversee troubleshooting and upgrades in electrical systems. The ideal candidate will excel in PLC programming and work collaboratively with production staff to enhance manufacturing operations. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, focusing on long-term career growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in controls engineering with an Associate’s degree or 1+ years with a Bachelor’s.
• Experience working in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Strong problem-solving and PLC expertise required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and upgrade electrical equipment.
• Improve PLC programs to reduce downtime.
• Consult with production staff to enhance operations.

Skills

Problem solving

PLC programming

Team collaboration

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Leading tier I automotive supplier is seeking a Controls Engineer to oversee controls in an assigned area of the plant. Daily you will be responsible for troubleshooting, capital equipment projects and continuous improvement initiatives. This site offers the opportunity to work with cutting edge equipment and robotics. Candidates should enjoy working in a team environment, learning new processes and technologies, communicating with hourly staff to enhance production and being creative in the continuous improvement process. Our client wants a strong problem solver and a PLC expert!

The following opportunities and environment are described to support your development, innovation, and long-term success:

• Unparalleled Expertise & Mentorship: Accelerate your career working alongside two senior Controls Engineers who offer 30 years of combined company experience and are committed to your development and success. You will also be directly mentored by a manager with over 20 years of company tenure.
• Innovation at Your Fingertips: Work at the forefront of manufacturing technology. We've recently invested $23 million in new, cutting-edge technology, ensuring you'll implement and manage the latest industrial automation systems in a facility that's rapidly growing and securing new business.
• Stability and Proven Success: Join a remarkably stable team where your peers average two decades with the company, providing a wealth of institutional knowledge and a rock-solid foundation for your long-term career.
• Modern, Collaborative Workplace: Enjoy recently updated office spaces designed for comfort and productivity, fostering a professional environment where collaboration thrives.
• Exceptional Compensation & Financial Start: Secure a highly competitive salary and annual bonus potential. Our comprehensive, affordable benefits package starts on the first of the month after your start date, guaranteeing peace of mind from nearly day one.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and upgrade equipment related to electrical issues
• Make PLC program improvements to reduce downtime and increase cycle times
• Support CapEx projects from an electrical standpoint, including adhering to timelines
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs
• Troubleshoot and optimize robotic systems, including end of arm tooling
• Complete cost justifications on potential projects
• Manage multiple projects at a time
• Upgrade PLC platforms on equipment
• Complete electrical troubleshooting related to wiring, vision systems, cameras, HMIs, etc.
• Support other areas of the plant and other engineers
• Additional engineering tasks as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• This is a hands-on position that requires qualified candidates to be on the manufacturing floor up to 80% of their day troubleshooting electrical issues and programming PLCs.
• You will be on the manufacturing floor daily communicating with the production staff and working with your team to continuously improve operations and meet production goals.
• Site offers the opportunity to work with cutting edge equipment and robotics.
• Candidates should enjoy working in a team environment, learning new processes and technologies, communicating with hourly staff to enhance production and being creative in the continuous improvement process.
• Strong problem-solving and PLC expertise is required.

Benefits & Perks

• The company offers EXCELLENT medical benefits (including dental and vision) available the first of the month after hire, short-term and long-term disability, 401K (50% up to 6%), paid holidays and vacations, tuition reimbursement, life and wellness plan and BONUS potential.

Requirements for the Controls Engineer

1. Minimum of an Associate’s degree with at least three years of controls engineering experience OR a Bachelor’s degree with at least one year of controls engineering experience
2. Experience working in complex, fast-paced manufacturing environments
3. Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs
4. Experience implementing process improvements (reducing scrap, increasing efficiencies, etc.)
5. Experience managing project timelines and ideally budgets
6. Microsoft Office

Skills preferred but NOT required

• CapEx project management
• Formal problem-solving
• Mechanical hobbies and/or farming experience

Reasons to work for this organization

• ➡️ Medical, dental and vision – GREAT medical perks available the first of the month after start
• ➡️ Stable organization in the automotive industry and adding new business
• ➡️ Excellent work/life balance, with limited weekends

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing, Engineering, and Other
• Industries: Manufacturing

Findlay, OH $90,700.00-$136,100.00 2 weeks ago

Findlay, OH $80,000.00-$130,000.00 2 days ago