Controls Engineer

CW Bearing USA, Inc.; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer match

Flexible schedules

Clean facility

Job summary

CW Bearing USA, Inc. seeks a Controls Engineer to develop, program, install, commission, and troubleshoot Siemens and Omron manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance to deliver reliable control solutions and improve machine performance.

The role requires PLC/CNC integration experience, proficiency with AutoCAD, and strong troubleshooting skills in a climate-controlled manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is a plus.
• 5+ years of PLC/CNC integration experience on machine tool systems.
• Experience with traceability systems, networks, and servers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, install, commission, and troubleshoot Siemens and Omron systems.
• Support electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
• Generate wiring schematics and control drawings with AutoCAD; manage projects end-to-end.

Skills

Siemens PLCs

Siemens Step 7

Siemens TIA Portal

Omron PLCs

Electrical schematics

HMI systems

AutoCAD

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CX-One

Job description

Our Success Formula: Global Network – Local Service.

CW Bearing USA, Inc. is a medium-sized manufacturing company poised for growth over the next few years. We are a globally operational, privately-owned company based in Ningbo, on China’s east coast. The company was founded in 1984 by Hu Xiangen.

We specialize in the development and production of a wide range of premium quality ball bearings for electrical motors, gearboxes, power tools and the automotive industry. We also specialize in ball nuts and ball screws for automotive and industrial customers. We possess a worldwide sales and distribution network and have offices in Asia, Europe, North America and Latin America.

Our ultra-modern production facilities enable us to serve both global customers and mid-sized companies. Regardless of the size of the delivery – small lots or serial production – we never lose sight of our customers’ requirements. The establishment of good working partnerships is our highest priority.

We offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, 401k with annual employer match, flexible schedules (for applicable positions) clean temperature-controlled manufacturing facility, and much more!

We are currently seeking:

Position: Controls Engineer

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Classification: Salaried Exempt

The Controls Engineer supports the development, programming, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Siemens and Omron industrial manufacturing systems. This position works closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to develop reliable solutions, improve machine performance, and resolve control/communication-related issues.

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled PLC Automation Technician / Controls Engineer to support the development, programming, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting Siemens and Omron industrial manufacturing systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Siemens PLC’s, Omron PLC’s, industrial control systems, electrical schematics, and automated machinery. This individual will work closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to develop reliable solutions, improve machine performance, and resolve control/communication-related issues.

Candidates should be comfortable working with PLC programming software, configuring industrial networks, integrating sensors and devices, and troubleshooting electrical and control systems. Understanding traceability and servers is also critical for site support. This role could be considered about 50% electrical, % 30 programming, and 20% mechanical.

Job Summary:

The Controls Engineer supports the development, programming, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Siemens and Omron industrial manufacturing systems. This position works closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to develop reliable solutions, improve machine performance, and resolve control/communication-related issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable tasks to support the departmental goals.
• Support and manage traceability systems across site.
• Work with IT to ensure trace data and systems function as intended
• Configure and test PCs for use in material handling automation systems
• Create, maintain, and support PLC systems.
• Create, maintain, and support HMI systems.
• Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
• Troubleshoot machine faults when necessary. Trace, identify, and root-cause issues
• Support machinery installations with electrical and control information as needed
• Manage control engineering projects from conception to final implementation.
• Generate wiring schematics and control drawings with AutoCAD, maintain plant electrical prints.
• Work closely with engineering team to define system control needs.
• Assist corporate controls in engineering changes and new programs.
• Guide, design, develop and test electrical control methods, materials, processes and results.
• Champion assigned engineering changes. Communicate and coordinate accordingly.
• Direct and/or participate in root cause analysis and team problem solving activities (ex. 8D reports, department meetings, etc.).
• Responsible for adhering to all internal and OSHA required safety procedures in performing daily work activities.
• Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized and verify individual usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) by the work team.
• Support the Company’s mission vision and values in performance of daily activities
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the Organization
• Other tasks as assigned by management

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of PLC hardware and Ladder Logic programming, to include Siemens PLC's, Siemens Step 7, Siemens TIA Portal, Omron PLC's, CX-One
• Excellent "hands on" electrical/mechanical aptitude.
• Computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of traceability systems, data storage, and servers. Programming PLC to capture pertinent data, follow architecture/logic, update, transfer, or share data as defined.
• Strong foundation with electrical controls, circuitry, and schematics.
• A thorough knowledge of robot programming and motion planning
• Set up I/O structure, robot start-up, and DeviceNet networks with minimal supervision
• Responsible for all programming activities to completion
• Participate in meetings.
• Strong troubleshooting/problem-solving/root-cause-analysis skills.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Knowledge of factory information system.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to Prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experienced controls engineer with working knowledge of appropriate electrical controls and safety engineering standards, and industry practices.
• Level 3 electrician or Journeyman skills equivalent + wiring management.
• 5+ years of experience with integration of PLC and CNC controls on machine tool systems is highly desired
• 3+ years of experience working with traceability systems, networks, and servers.
• Experienced controls engineer with working knowledge of appropriate electrical controls and safety engineering standards, and industry practices.

Physical Requirements

Positions at CW may require the following: alternating between sitting and standing; climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolding or ramps; crouching/stooping; driving; near/far visual acuity; fine motor manipulation; gross motor manipulation; hearing; keyboarding; kneeling; lifting/carrying; moving objects; peripheral visual acuity; pushing or pulling; reaching overhead or below; repetitive task performance; sitting; speaking; standing; using foot or leg controls; walking.

Environmental Requirements

Our manufacturing facility is a climate-controlled environment. There is no long‑term exposure to dangerously loud noise or extreme temperatures.

Cognitive Requirements

Cognitive abilities include executing tasks independently; learning and/or memorizing tasks; maintaining concentration/focus on tasks; working with/in close proximity to, other people.

Attendance Requirements

All hourly team members are expected to report to work and be ready to work at their scheduled start time. It is required that they adhere to and follow the attendance policy(ies). All salaried team members are expected to perform their duties/responsibilities in a timely manner. Although they may not have set schedules, they are expected to either be at work on a schedule agreed upon by their manager or be available via phone/text/Teams if working remotely (Remote work does not apply to CWM positions).

All CW entities are equal opportunity employers.

Employee Referral Eligible - Level 2/3

Note to Third Parties:

CW Bearing is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time. Thank you.