Controls Engineer Sr. Chicago, IL

Autokiniton US Holdings, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution match

14 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement programs

Job summary

A prominent automotive components manufacturer located in Chicago is seeking an Engineering role focused on maintaining and improving PLC-based control systems. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and an electrical background, with a strong aptitude for hands-on work and familiarity with PLC and CNC systems. This full-time position offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Electrical background preferred for this role.
• Proven experience with PLC and CNC systems.
• Working knowledge of PLC/CNC (Siemens/Allen-Bradley), ABB and FANUC Robots.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Excellent hands-on electrical/mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the company's mission in daily activities.
• Train and mentor colleagues in electrical controls.
• Maintain PLC-based control systems for automation.
• Maintain PLC-based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.
• Guide designs, develop and test electrical control methods, materials, processes, and results.
• Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
• Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Electrical background

Lean Manufacturing

Excellent organizational skills

Hands-on electrical/mechanical aptitude

Working knowledge of PLC/CNC

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, controls or automation engineering

Tools

Siemens/Allen-Bradley PLC

ABB Robots

FANUC Robots

Vision System

Job description

Overview

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN).

AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

Responsibilities

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in performance of daily activities.
• Train, coach, and mentor the electrical controls process, for manufacturing skilled trades and mentor colleagues.
• Coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated.
• Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.
• Guide designs, develop and test electrical control methods, materials, processes, and results.
• Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
• Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.

This full-time, salary role is a part of our Engineering Team and reports to the Engineering Manager.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, controls or automation engineering. Master’s degree is a plus. Open for equivalent years of experience.
• Electrical background (electrician or technician) preferred.
• Experienced with Vision System.
• Working knowledge of PLC/CNC (Siemens/Allen-Bradley), ABB and FANUC Robots.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Excellent “hands on” electrical/mechanical aptitude.
• Experience working with electrical/controls circuitry and schematics.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and write in English and to perform mathematical calculations.

Working Conditions

We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Location

This position is located at our AUTOKINITON Plant in Chicago, IL, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community Features

• Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and Lakefront
• Historical Architecture and Museums

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

About AUTOKINITON

AUTOKINITON promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

12350 S Avenue O, Chicago, IL 60633, USA

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