Controls Engineer: Automation, Vision & Robotics

Ford-Motor-Company

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 84,000 - 162,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Vehicle discount program
Tuition assistance
Paid time off
Paid holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead root-cause analysis, optimize tooling performance, and support automation projects in manufacturing environments. The role involves programming, vision systems, and plant monitoring to enhance quality and delivery.

A strong background in PLC/CNC, AutoCAD, and electrical schematics is expected. Candidates should have at least 2 years in controls engineering, with a diploma or bachelor’s degree and a willingness to work weekend overtime as

Qualifications

  • Requires high school diploma or GED.
  • 2+ years of Controls Engineering experience (internship and coop experience will be considered).
  • Knowledge of PLC/CNC (Siemens/ Allen-Bradley) and robotics.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate resources to identify root cause and fixes; validate them.
  • Handle setup and maintenance of industrial bar code printers.
  • Utilize vision control systems; evaluate equipment and cameras.
  • Review cycle times using plant monitoring software and support project installations.
  • Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements.
  • Read and modify electrical prints and schematics; use AutoCAD.

Skills

Robotics automation
PLC/CNC (Siemens/ Allen-Bradley)
VFD/Servo control
Profinet networking
Robot programming (ABB/FANUC)
AutoCAD
Electrical schematics
Lean/Six Sigma
8D, FMEA, DMAIC
MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD
PLC programming software
HMI/SCADA
FIS/IIoT monitoring software

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead root-cause analysis, optimize tooling performance, and support automation projects in manufacturing environments. The role involves programming, vision systems, and plant monitoring to enhance quality and delivery.

A strong background in PLC/CNC, AutoCAD, and electrical schematics is expected. Candidates should have at least 2 years in controls engineering, with a diploma or bachelor’s degree and a willingness to work weekend overtime as

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