Controls Engineer

Amsted Automotive Group; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Incentive Bonus

401K

Health and Wellness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Amsted Automotive's TransForm Automotive division in Shelby Twp, MI, is seeking a Controls Engineer to support 2nd and 3rd shifts. The role focuses on developing and supporting equipment availability and performance across facilities, with continuous improvement to boost machine availability and assembly efficiency.

You will troubleshoot, configure systems, and work with Sr. Controls Engineers to advance projects across AAG.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in controls focused on machine design/build is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with the product interface to the assembly plant and MES.
• Lead in supporting machine failures through maintenance escalation, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Lead safety circuit functionality verification (light curtains, safety mats, QA devices).
• Support developing user interfaces for operators and integrate into MES/CMMS.
• Assist definition of wiring for data gathering and integration into MES.

Skills

Electrical schematics/prints

Servo & robotic systems

Fieldbus technologies

Learning new controls tech

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Associates in Computer Science

2-year Tech Degree in Robotic Automation/CS

Tools

AutoCAD electrical/pneumatic

Rockwell Studio 5000/FactoryTalk/RSLogix

Automation Direct PLC/HMI

MS Office

Siemens Step 7

Job description

52400 Shelby Pkwy
Shelby Township, MI 48315, USA

• On-site
• Maintenance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: CONTR010145

Description

Amsted Automotive's TransForm Automotive division in Shelby Twp, is seeking Controls Engineers to support our Shelby Twp facility on our 2nd Shift (2pm - 11pm) & 3rd Shift (10 pm - 7 am) . The Controls Engineer will focus on developing and supporting equipment availability and performance across all facilities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Controls Engineer role will focus on developing and supporting equipment availability and performance across all facilities. Continuous improvement efforts are also put forth to existing processes with the goal of improving machine availability and efficiency of the assembly process.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with the product interface to the assembly plant and other levels within the organization for the manufacturing execution systems
• Take lead in supporting machine failures through the maintenance escalation process. I.E., troubleshooting, communication, and documentation
• Take a leading role in safety circuit functionality and verification. I.E., light curtains, safety mats, Quality Assurance devices
• Support for developing user interfaces for operators and integrating them into the MES and CMMS systems
• Responsible to assist in defining connections to existing equipment for integration into MES systems
• Maintain backups of MES, PLC, Robot Software-related equipment configuration
• Research and prove out innovative ways to improve processes, making them more efficient and flexible
• Integrate and program assembly processes in primary facilities
• Concept, quote, procure, and implement solutions to various assembly and transformational product processes
• Configure equipment and add required programming to new and existing equipment
• Assist in the definition of wiring required for gathering data from equipment
• Work with Sr. Controls Engineers and manager to learn, develop skills, and assist with controls projects across AAG as required.
• Support department maintenance troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures for equipment
• All other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/prints and how these systems interact within an assembly cell

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/prints and how these systems interact within an assembly process
• Ability to adapt and learn new controls technology and software
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with light supervision
• Understanding and communicating technical details
• Knowledge of multi-axis servo systems and robotic systems
• Basic networking knowledge and application
• Fieldbus Technologies (ex: Ethernet/IP, Ether CAT, I/O Link, Modbus)
• Interfacing and communication with devices: analog, fieldbus, etc.
• Software Experience:
  • AutoCAD (electrical/pneumatic detailing)
  • Rockwell Suite (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, RSLogix)
  • Automation Direct (PLC, C-More HMI)
  • MS Office Suite
  • Siemens Step 7

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Associates Degree in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 2-year Technical Degree in Robotic Automation/Computer Sciences

Experience

• Some on-the-job work experience in controls, primarily focused on machine design/machine build, is strongly preferred (internship experience is acceptable)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive Bonus
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Discount Programs

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Functional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

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