Senior Controls Engineer – Automotive Automation & Robotics

Webasto Americas

Lexington (KY)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Webasto Americas is seeking a controls engineer in Lexington, KY, to develop and modify PLC programs for automated manufacturing equipment and to troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion controls. The role involves integrating sensors, machine vision, and industrial networks into production equipment while creating documentation and standards.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree in electrical/controls/automation fields, 3+ years in manufacturing controls

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
3+ years of controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive.
Strong PLC programming experience using ladder logic and structured text, including development of new control systems.
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC platforms, industrial networking, and automation systems.
Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with robotics, machine vision, motion control, and related automation technologies.

Responsibilities

Develop and modify PLC programs for automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, and quality systems.
Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion controls, and safety systems to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
Integrate sensors, machine vision, motion systems, and industrial networks into production equipment.
Create and maintain controls documentation, electrical schematics, and automation standards.
Support equipment launches, capital projects, supplier activities, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.