Controls Specialist (Night Shift)

Valeo; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Valeo is a global high-tech company designing revolutionary mobility solutions. As a Controls Specialist, you will program and troubleshoot automated robotic and vision systems using Allen-Bradley PLCs, oversee ramp-up of manufacturing lines, and ensure safety with lockout/tagout procedures.

This night shift role spans multiple automation domains across Valeo sites. You will work with PLCs, vision systems (Keyence/Cognex), VFDs, and multi-PLC architectures to optimize processes, reduce cycle

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or related field (experience may substitute).
• 4+ years PLC programming experience, preferably with Allen-Bradley, Fanuc, ABB, or Kuka robotics.
• Experience programming PLCs in a high-speed industrial environment.
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Vision Systems (Keyence or Cognex) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify and optimize existing PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages (Ladder Diagram) for complex processes.
• High-speed motion control and integration of vision systems and robotics.
• Ensure safety procedures like lock out/tag out are followed in industrial environments.
• Design and implement control architectures with multiple PLCs, sensors, and actuators.
• Support cycle-time reduction, bottleneck resolution, and investment optimization.

Skills

PLC programming

Motion control

Vision systems

IEC 61131-3

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Keyence

Cognex

VFDs

Job description

Valeo est une entreprise mondiale de haute technologie qui conçoit des solutions révolutionnaires pour réinventer la mobilité. Nous sommes un équipementier partenaire des constructeurs automobiles et des acteurs de la nouvelle mobilité dans le monde entier. Notre vision ? Inventer une mobilité plus verte et plus sûre, grâce à des solutions axées sur la conduite intuitive et la réduction des émissions de CO2. Nous sommes leaders dans nos domaines d'activité et reconnus comme l'une des plus grandes entreprises innovantes au monde.

Ready to tackle the challenges of the vehicle of the future? Join us and lead tech innovation for a reinvented interior experience!

What you will win~

As part of a global community of talented people, you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility. Our company culture gives all our employees the opportunity every day to #Dare.Care.Share. You will receive a best in class, total compensation package that provides a comprehensive benefits program with real financial value

About the Role~

As a Controls Specialist, you will utilize Allen-Bradley PLCs to program and troubleshoot automated robotic and vision systems. Vous oversee the ramp-up of manufacturing lines, including mechanical automation equipment, robotics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, motion control, and vision systems

This will be a night shift position, Monday-Friday, with hours varying.

Responsibilities Also Include~

• You will modify and optimize existing PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages, with a focus on Ladder Diagram, for complex processes such as multi-station parallel processing and pick-and-place automation
• You will high-speed motion control, using Keyence and/or Cognex and Variable Frequency Drives
• You will work in a 480 VAC and 24 VDC system areas, and you will need to ensure “lock out, tag out” procedures are followed
• You will create process standards that permit duplication of testing systems at different Valeo sites
• You will work on cycle-time reduction to solve bottlenecks, bring savings and optimize investments
• You will design and implement sophisticated in-house control architectures integrating multiple PLCs, sensors, actuators, and other automation components
• You will perform benchmarking and market analysis in order to remain aware of last evolutions, trends and integrate them in its mid-term actions
• You will handle other assignments and functions assigned by the Site Process Manufacturing Manager

What You Should Have

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or other relevant Engineering discipline (experience in lieu of education will be considered)
• You have 4+ years of PLC programming experience, preferably using Allen-Brandley, of Fanuc, ABB, or Kuka robotic systems
• You have experience programming PLCs in a high-speed industrial environment
• You preferably have experience using Variable Frequency Drivers (VFDs) and Vision Systems (Keyence or Cognex)

Join us!

Thanks to its strategy focused on innovation, Valeo aims at reducing CO² emissions and developing intuitive driving to propose greener, safer, and smarter mobility. The fantastic (r)evolution towards the vehicle of the future provides amazing career opportunities and challenging jobs!

Diversity by nature

At Valeo, innovation is driven by the diversity, authenticity and energy of its talents. Are you looking for new technological and human adventures? Join Valeo and its more than 100.000 employees across the globe! More information about valeo ~ https~//www.valeo.com

Position~

Process/ManufEngineering Engineer/Technician

Département~

Site Process/Manufacturing Engineering

Schedule~

Temps plein

Employee Status~

CDI

Type de contrat~

Contrat permanent

Job Posting Date~

2026-07-23

Join Us !

Being part of our team, you will join~

• one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
• a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
• more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
• a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo~ https~//www.valeo.com