Hands-On Automation Controls Engineer – FANUC & PLCs

Drive

Charlotte (MI)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Drive is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer for on-site automotive manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, programming, and optimization of FANUC robots, PLCs, and related automation equipment.

The ideal candidate has experience with Rockwell Studio 5000, RSLogix, and Siemens tools, and can work cross-functionally with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve equipment reliability and throughput.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with FANUC robots and PLCs in manufacturing.
Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot automation systems.
Proven troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills in an automotive setting.

Responsibilities

Program, troubleshoot, and optimize FANUC robots in manufacturing.
Modify Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC programs as needed.
Diagnose electrical, control, robotic, and network issues on the plant floor.
Support automated assembly, material handling, and injection molding equipment.
Configure HMIs, sensors, safety devices, servo systems, VFDs, I/O, and networks.
Improve reliability, cycle time, uptime, and overall efficiency.
Assist with installation, commissioning, and launch of new equipment.
Collaborate with suppliers and integrators on controls specifications and testing.
Develop PLC/HMI/robot backups and documentation.