Controls Engineer: PLCs, Robotics & Auto Systems

Magna International, Inc.; Victor (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosma International, a Magna group, seeks a Mechanical Engineering professional with strong metal stamping, welding, and assembly background for automotive manufacturing initiatives. The role emphasizes PLCs, robotics programming, electrical controls, and precise documentation.

The position requires analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to safety and quality in a fast-paced factory setting. On-site work with a focus on integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Two or four year degree in mechanical engineering or related field and/or 4 years job related experience
• Solid knowledge of metal stamping, spot welding and assembly processes
• Proven knowledge of PLCs and programming with the ability to program/teach robots
• Electrical knowledge (National Electrical Code) and control wiring
• Excellent interpersonal skills to develop positive relationships with associates, customers and vendors
• Intermediate computer skills required
• Ability to communicate with others, both verbal and written
• Able to prepare, read, write and interpret reports, instructions, technical procedures, blueprints, diagrams and business correspondence
• Able to clearly and effectively respond to questions from management and customers
• Must have good organizational skills
• Must exhibit high integrity and honesty
• Ability to effectively and appropriately present information and respond to questions from various groups
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts as appropriate
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Skills

Metal stamping

PLC & robotics

Electrical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Documentation skills

Communication under pressure

Organizational skills

Integrity

Presentation skills

Mathematical ability

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Job description

Cosma International, a Magna group, seeks a Mechanical Engineering professional with strong metal stamping, welding, and assembly background for automotive manufacturing initiatives. The role emphasizes PLCs, robotics programming, electrical controls, and precise documentation.

The position requires analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to safety and quality in a fast-paced factory setting. On-site work with a focus on integrity and teamwork.