Engineer

Autoliv United States; Utah; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoliv United States is seeking an Automation and PLC Engineer (Controls) to analyze, design, develop and test automated equipment and processes. You will troubleshoot control problems, create PLC/HMI programs, and design hardware modifications to meet customer needs.

Ideal candidates have experience with Ethernet/IP networks, PLC ladder logic, and Fanuc robotics, and are comfortable collaborating in a team to improve manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering or electrical engineering (or senior status)
• Knowledge of plant automation networks and control systems
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs and industrial hardware
• Experience with automation controls programming and ladder logic

Responsibilities

• Analyze, research, design, develop and test equipment, materials and processes
• Troubleshoot machine control problems; facilitate software and process design
• Create PLC and HMI programs; design hardware modifications
• Understand and improve processes using control tools to automate

Skills

Programming basics

Electrical drawings

Teamwork

Process automation

Control engineering

Learning mindset

Work orders

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000

Studio 5000

RS View Studio

Fanuc robots

Ethernet/IP

RS232/RS485

Job description

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Automation and PLC Engineer (Controls).

In this role, your responsibilities will be:

• Analyze, research, design, develop and test our equipment, materials and processes.

• Devise modeling and measuring techniques, troubleshoot machine control problems and facilitate software and process design that satisfies customer needs.

• Solid knowledge of mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods and other principles of science and physics.

• Create PLC and HMI programs, create hardware designs and modifications.

A successful profile will have:

• Knowledge of general programming practices.

• Ability to understand and create electrical / controls drawings.

• Excellent computer skills must work well with others in a team setting.

• Understanding existing processes and improving utilizing controls "tools" to automate.

• Willingness to learn and become proficient with all aspects of control engineering job functions.

• Completing assigned work orders, which define specific tasks.

• Knowledge of Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000 and RS View Studio.

• Knowledge of Fanuc robots, and robotic system programming.

• Knowledge of hardware devices: relays, VFD’s, sensors, basic controls devices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering and or must be currently attending college as a senior.

• Background in control networks, including Ethernet/IP.

• Familiarity with plant manufacturing including electrical / controls technology in a production and processing environment, RS232 and RS485 protocol, vision and barcode scanning systems.

• Experience in Automation Controls Programming experience with PLC Ladder Logic Systems and HMI.

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!