Controls Process Engineer, Coating & Bonding

Slate Auto; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle manufacturer in Warsaw, Indiana is seeking a Controls Process Engineer to ensure efficient production processes and equipment reliability. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in Automation and Control, over 8 years of experience in the Automotive industry, and proficiency in software such as TIA Portal and Allen Bradley Controls. Responsibilities include document generation, system requirements identification, and supporting manufacturing operations. Slate Auto promotes a culture of continuous improvement and safety in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8+ years of manufacturing experience in the Automotive industry.
• Software design development and commissioning skills required.
• Understanding of relevant NFPA electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Document generation for Electrical and Controls Specification.
• Ensure adherence to specifications during initial supply and design stages.
• Support integration with MES and third-party equipment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Software design development

Project Management

Robotics experience

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Automation and Control or similar

Tools

TIA Portal

WinCC

Allen Bradley Controls

Job description

About Slate

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

Who We Are Looking For

The Controls Process Engineer will work closely with the Manufacturing Project team to achieve systems goals necessary for the delivery of SLATE’s brownfield production facilities. The successful candidate will ensure that all equipment and processes are delivered in accordance with specification and best practice automotive solutions. On launch of the new facility the position holder will be responsible for addressing and rectifying any matters that require attention prior to the final production, assuring minimum machinery downtime and high equipment efficiency. Future continuous improvement projects will be essential to sustain the World Class excellence as well as compliance to safety and environmental legislation.

What You Get To Do

• Document generation; Electrical and Controls Specification, Technical acceptance documents
• Identify system requirements; SCADA, ANDON, torque tools, AGV, robot interfaces, general safety
• Liaise with line builders during initial scope of supply as well as design stage, assuring specifications are adhered to, and standardization approach is maintained across the plant
• Ensure that the department always supports manufacturing operations in terms of equipment reliability, facility controls, application software, data recording and backup processes
• Support implementation and integration with MES and other third-party equipment or software
• Provide support and knowledge share to Maintenance and Operational teams
• Maintain company’s standards, IP, Quality and H&S
• Provide support and knowledge sharing of PTED and Sealer systems to hone the skills of the supporting teams in Coatings and Bonding.
• Work with Contractors and Integrators to bring in projects on time and budget with vertical integration.

What You Bring To The Team

• Bachelor’s Degree in Automation and Control or similar discipline such as Electrical Electronic, IT is required
• Minimum of 8+ years of manufacturing experience gained in the Automotive industry
• Software design development and commissioning skills using TIA Portal, WinCC, OPC UA
• Integration with MES, Robots, Sealing Systems, Vision systems, other
• Allen Bradley Controls Experience, PLC Programming, Betafoam Dispense Systems
• Operational experience with robotics; Fanuc, other
• Process Engineering and OEE
• Project Management skills
• Understanding of relevant NFPA electrical standards
• Knowledge of BIW bonding process
• Continuous improvement – leading by example, getting things done attitude

Why Join Team Slate?

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].