Controls Engineer I

Voltava; Harper Woods (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical

Delta Dental

VSP Vision

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Additional Competitive Benefits

Job summary

Avancez Assembly in Michigan is seeking a qualified Controls Engineer to design, program, and maintain automated assembly systems. You will apply your knowledge of PLCs, HMI, and industrial controls to improve productivity while meeting customer needs.

You will work cross-functionally with operations and maintenance, review data, support continuous improvement projects, and ensure safety and compliance across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or related fields.
• 2+ years of industry experience with related equipment.
• English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining checklists
• Review and input data into PLC log
• Review shift reports
• Programming
• Work cross functionally with other departments
• Utilize team member feedback
• Find solutions to critical issues
• Maintain and improve overall equipment efficiency (OEE)
• HMI performance
• Evaluate new manufacturing and controls technologies
• Stay up to date on controls technology
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

AB Studio 5000

Siemens Step 7

C++

C#

Ladder logic

Read drawings

Fanuc Roberts

Communication protocols

Troubleshooting

OEE improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or related fields

Job description

Do you want to work at an organization that is people focused, service minded and results oriented, that offers their customers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved outcome? Then Avancez Assembly may be the place for you. We are committed to a culture of excellence, with a focus on best practices and continuous improvement. We understand that our people are our biggest strength, and we know that world-class service happens because of our capable and valued team members. Whether you are looking for an assembly position or a career in manufacturing management, you can thrive as a member of our team.

CONTROLS ENGINEER

Job Summary

As a Controls Engineer you will have the knowledge of automated assembly systems with a solid understanding of the basic theory of industrial controls system applications, design and operation including concepts of power distribution. You will utilize your ability to trouble shoot to solve problems using creative solutions and improve process while being adaptive to various situations. You will be required to maintain, develop and improve automation controls systems to help increase productivity and efficiency while meeting both facility and customer needs.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintaining checklists
• Review and input data into PLC log
• Review shift reports
• Participation in and preparation for managerial meetings
• Programming
• Work across with other facilities
• Work cross functionally with other departments
• Utilize team member feedback
• Find solutions to critical issues
• Maintain and improve overall equipment efficiency (OEE)
• HMI performance
• Evaluate new manufacturing and controls technologies
• Work with tools to find the root cause of an issue
• Continuous improvement projects
• Keep equipment operating and improve equipment uptime by performing periodic audits
• Identify and implement error proofing requirements throughout the production process
• Incident reporting
• SOT walks
• Follow health and safety processes
• Act in a proactive and preventative safety behavior
• Documentation and reports
• Ensure that you stay up to date on controls technology
• Stay compliant with training required for position
• All other duties as assigned

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or in related fields
• Years of Experience: 2+ year experience in industry and related equipment
• English proficiency

Travel

• Travel Required: minimum

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Allen Bradley (Studio 5000), Siemens (step 7), and C++
• C sharp and ladder logic experience
• Ability to read drawing
• Advanced knowledge of electronic devices
• Expertise on Fanuc Roberts programming
• Knowledge on communication protocols
• Advance computer trouble shooting experience

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Competitive Benefits

Purpose

We build a better culture by putting people before profit, leading for purpose, passion and performance, and creating an environment devoted to an exceptional experience for our customers and people. We lead with respect and humility, are aligned to a common purpose, and hold ourselves accountable to embody our values in everything we do. We foster a commitment to engaging and empowering each person.

Values

• Respect
• Integrity
• Perseverance
• Innovation
• Teamwork

Candidates residing in California or Colorado are not eligible for remote positions.

Avancez Assembly is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.