Controls Technician – Automotive Automation & Vision Systems

Magna International, Inc; Michigan; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting in Michigan seeks an experienced engineer to support controls systems (PLC, vision, robotics, servo) on the shop floor. You will troubleshoot, verify processes, and help develop standards while maintaining records and providing on-the-job training.

Ideal candidates bring a BS in Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering Technology and a background in improving OEE, downtime reduction, and quality procedures within automotive manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience with controls systems.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs, Vision Systems, Robotics, and Servo Systems.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external contacts and lead/train staff.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support to set-up personnel, manufacturing, and engineering in all phases of manufacturing.
• Participates in continuous improvement to improve OEE through downtime reduction, cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoots, identifies, implements, and maintains controls systems including PLC, Vision, Robotics, and Servo.
• Conducts manufacturing process verification via manual records or automated controls.
• Develops work standards for tools, machines, and equipment; maintains records.
• Provides training and work direction to other staff.
• Be a first line responder to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions for variance and downtime.
• Communicates with process engineering to ensure robust processes and solutions.
• Assists in development and implementation of quality procedures and standards; ensures ISO/IATF compliance.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Troubleshooting

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Fanuc

Denso

Cognex

Keyence

GVI

Yaskawa

Beckhoff

Wago

Job description

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting in Michigan seeks an experienced engineer to support controls systems (PLC, vision, robotics, servo) on the shop floor. You will troubleshoot, verify processes, and help develop standards while maintaining records and providing on-the-job training.

Ideal candidates bring a BS in Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering Technology and a background in improving OEE, downtime reduction, and quality procedures within automotive manufacturing environments.