Jr Controls Engineer on-site

Ground Effects LLC; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ground Effects LLC in Michigan seeks a PLC/Automation Engineer to design and develop PLC and HMI software, mentor entry level technicians, and lead projects from concept through commissioning.

You will create electrical schematics, layouts, and control sequences, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, and contribute to MES initiatives and production improvements across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or better in Engineering.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Willingness to travel across North America.
• Experience in PLC and HMI design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead PLC and HMI software design and development.
• Coordinate with cross-functional groups to meet project schedules.
• Create proposals, develop scope, costs, and initial design.
• Produce electrical and controls drawings, PLC I/O layouts, and manuals.
• Develop control programs and sequences of operations.
• Coordinate electrical/instrumentation design with vendors and internal PMs.
• Support startup and commissioning of new equipment.
• Provide ongoing technical support with commissioning and validation.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

Electrical design

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

This role collaborates with Robotics, Process engineering groups and other team members to design controls systems to project specifications while mentoring and training entry level PLC Specialists.

• Directly responsible for all aspects of PLC and HMI software design and development
• Work with cross functional groups to ensure projects are completed on schedule
• Create proposals, develop scope, costs, and initial design

1.Take lead in designing, sizing and selection of electrical equipment and controls systems for projects in accordance with project specifications and budget

• Produce and maintain project drawings and documents including, electrical and controls schematics, control panel layout, PLC I/O layout, operation and maintenance manuals
• Develop necessary controls documentation and programming for projects including PLC and HMI programs and sequence of operations
• Coordinate all electrical and instrumentation design and scope requirements with vendors and internal project managers

2. Utilize new and developing technologies to drive continuous improvement through the organization to improve operational efficiencies in key areas of production. Working towards to goal of a fully automated Spray on Bedliner process

• Implementation of a usable MES system to improve visibility of production from material usage to labor efficiency
  
• Develop an internal training structure and course for employees
• Work with existing vendors to improve current system functionality

3. Support Production and startup activities of new equipment launches or updates at all GFX LTD/LLC sites

• Create and track start up and commissioning plan for plant use during initial implementation
• Document and follow equipment orders for new projects
• Resolve all internal or customer complaints related to projects in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Create recommended spare parts and critical spare parts lists
• Ensure equipment is running at optimal efficiency

4. Provide continuing technical support with commissioning and validation of equipment system operation at Ground Effects sites

• Familiar with remote network access systems
• Able to travel throughout North America to plant site where equipment is installed
• Ability to establish remote access to ensure prompt response times to reduce downtime to minimum

5. Ensure the Automation process is functional, well maintained and efficiently designed

• Per the IATF16949 requirements, assist with ensuring that the production floor is equipped with proper functioning automation processes and other program designs.
• Provide continuous review of departmental processes to improve overall efficiencies

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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