Controls Process Engineer - Coating & Bonding (Automotive)

CrossFire Group; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossFire Group in the United States is seeking a seasoned Controls Process Engineer, Coating & Bonding, to design, implement, launch, and improve automotive production systems. You will ensure equipment, controls architecture, and processes meet specifications and industry best practices.

After launch, you will troubleshoot automation issues, drive continuous improvement, and lead projects with suppliers and engineers while maintaining safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation & Controls Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 8 years in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with controls design, development, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal, WinCC, and OPC UA.
• Experience integrating MES, robotics, vision systems, sealing systems, and other automation technologies.
• Strong PLC programming experience, including Allen-Bradley control systems.
• Experience with automated dispensing and process control systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial robotics, including Fanuc.
• Knowledge of NFPA electrical standards and safety requirements.
• Experience supporting BIW bonding and sealing processes.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical and controls documentation, including specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Define and support system requirements for SCADA, ANDON, torque tools, AGVs, robotics integration, and automation technologies.
• Collaborate with suppliers, integrators, and line builders during project planning, design, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure controls and automation standards are applied across manufacturing operations.
• Support operations through improvements in reliability, facility controls, data collection, and backups.
• Assist with MES integration and third-party automation equipment.
• Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer to maintenance, engineering, and operations teams.
• Support coating, sealing, and bonding processes through system optimization and training.
• Lead projects with contractors to meet schedule and budget.
• Maintain compliance with quality, safety, IP, and environmental requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity and OEE.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation & Controls Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

WinCC

OPC UA

Allen-Bradley PLC

Fanuc robotics

MES integration

Job description

CrossFire Group in the United States is seeking a seasoned Controls Process Engineer, Coating & Bonding, to design, implement, launch, and improve automotive production systems. You will ensure equipment, controls architecture, and processes meet specifications and industry best practices.

After launch, you will troubleshoot automation issues, drive continuous improvement, and lead projects with suppliers and engineers while maintaining safety and environmental standards.