Engine Controls Engineer - PLC/Automation Specialist

Hyundai Motor Company; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company in Montgomery, AL seeks a highly skilled Controls Engineer responsible for monitoring and improving engine plant controls, safety, and productivity. You will lead projects, develop solutions, and collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to optimize manufacturing equipment.

The role requires strong PLC programming, electrical and bus systems knowledge, and experience with CNC controls. Travel and flexible hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering or Technical Discipline or equivalent preferred.
• 0–10 years job related experience preferred.
• 5 years’ experience in manufacturing environment serving in a reliability and controls related technical role.
• 5 years’ experience supervising engineers and maintenance in a highvolume manufacturing environment.
• Experience and Technical Certificates preferred: Fanuc CNC Siemens CNC & PLC Fanuc Robot Mitsubishi PLC Allen Bradley PLC

Responsibilities

• Initiate and lead activities and projects aligned with the Engine Engineering department’s business goals and objectives.
• Demonstrate a strong background in general Factory Automation and Engine Plant Equipment specific controls.
• Strong background in PLC programming, control systems, electrical systems, bus systems, communication systems.
• Lead, train, mentor, encourage, and support Production and Maintenance group.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with Team Members and Management.
• Review equipment designs for improvement, incorporate new methods, processes, and products to ensure reliable manufacturing equipment.
• New/Retool Equipment projects, participate as controls representative for verifying reliability & compliance in various aspects (e.g. Safety, Quality).
• Initiate and complete reports tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and other administrative or reporting tasks as required.
• Provide technical direction/support on controls related equipment breakdowns, determine root causes and recommend countermeasures.
• Organize and maintain Engine Plant Equipment back-ups (PLC, CNC, Various F/A SW files) and drawings.
• Purchase spare parts, maintain inventory, and control costs within established budgets as needed.
• Develop and procure controls training opportunities for Engine Sub-Division’s support groups and members.
• Familiar with Maintenance Management type software (ERP, CMMS, etc.).
• Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
• Meet all other requirements as assigned.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering or Technical Discipline

Tools

Auto CAD

Fanuc CNC

Siemens CNC & PLC

Fanuc Robot

Mitsubishi PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Hyundai Motor Company in Montgomery, AL seeks a highly skilled Controls Engineer responsible for monitoring and improving engine plant controls, safety, and productivity. You will lead projects, develop solutions, and collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to optimize manufacturing equipment.

The role requires strong PLC programming, electrical and bus systems knowledge, and experience with CNC controls. Travel and flexible hours may be required.