CONTROLS ENGINEER III - Automotive/Manufacturing

Default Brand; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Default Brand in Shelbyville, Kentucky is looking for an automation engineer to develop and maintain manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate should have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and at least 3 years of manufacturing experience. Key responsibilities include programming PLCs, performing system modifications, and providing technical training. Strong skills in robotics and problem-solving are essential. The job offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong PLC/HMI programming skills are required.
• Must be able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable, ergonomic systems and machines.
• Program PLCs, barcode readers, HMIs, Robots, and PCs as necessary.
• Modify and upgrade existing production equipment as required.
• Design new equipment or redesign existing equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics

Machine vision

CAD

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science Engineering

Bachelors

Job description

• Provide safe, reliable, ergonomic systems and machines.
• Configure systems and database settings for new cells and parts for traceable content.
• Program PLCs, barcode readers, HMIs, Robots, and PCs as necessary.
• Modify and upgrade as required existing production equipment.
• Help develop and maintain cost effective general specifications and standards for machine controls and programming.
• Coordinate all project controls/electrical activities to ensure that project timing, quality, and cost targets are attained.
• Perform hands‑on programming/debug/troubleshooting of numerous types of automation equipment.
• Provide analysis, evaluation and review of problems regarding automation, advanced methods and equipment, and material handling.
• Provide alternative solutions to anticipated or actual technical and/or business‑related manufacturing problems.
• Develop safeguards and improve team member safety through process improvements.
• Conduct system / equipment training for plant and other personnel as required.
• Provide trouble shooting assistance to production and maintenance team members.
• Design new equipment or redesign existing equipment and coordinate its fabrication, assembly, installation, and startup.
• Ensure equipment and layouts are compliant with local and national codes.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining all written software program instructions.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Influential – Builds rapport and makes a positive and credible impact
• Customer Focused – Actively seeks to understand internal and external customer needs and ensures solutions, practices and procedures are designed to assure customer satisfaction
• Passion for Excellence – Takes personal responsibility and ownership for achieving results and objectives

Qualifications Required:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency in PLC programming, robotics, machine vision and CAD.
• Problem solving abilities; experience programming ABB or Fanuc robotics; strong PLC/HMI programming skills; power; motors & controls knowledge.
• Strong computer and network skills and process expertise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Open and frank, keen to see things through to completion.
• Dynamic individual who leads by example.
• Flexible, understands there is more than one way to accomplish a goal.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and have the determination to succeed in a challenging environment.
• Must be a self‑starter and be able to work towards project objectives with minimal supervision.

Qualifications Desired:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Servo system knowledge and proficiency
• Vision system knowledge and proficiency

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

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