Controls & Automation Engineer Specialist II

Job DescriptionAs a member of the Automation team, the Automation Engineer will be responsible for Leading, Supporting, Implementing, and Managing Automation projections while driving innovation in advancements.ResponsibilitiesThe candidate will use their vast knowledge, experience, and resourcefulness to lead and implement automation cells and drive standards across North America.The candidate must be able to develop the concept, aid in the mechanical- Electrical design, install, train the receiving plant, and provide ongoing support for the robot cell.The candidate must also possess the skill to project lead other Integrators as a subject matter expert.Advantages of working at Lear in the Automation groupDrive Innovation with new advancements in IndustryOpportunities for future training to broaden skillsBe part of a team of experts to drive solutions that improve efficiencies, safety and qualityWork with multiple assembly plants and integratorsQualificationsFanuc and UR robotic experience of integration, programming, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenanceManaging small projects / workloads involving Fanuc and UR integrations, safety upgrades on existing equipment, and retrofits.Great electrical/mechanical troubleshooting abilitiesProficient in the Fanuc robotics systems (additional robotics experience in other brands is a plus)Knowledgeable in Allen Bradley PLC: Micro Logix, Compact Logix, Control Logix with RSLogix 500, 5000, Studio 5000 softwareExperience in creating HMI projects, making HMI changes, and additionsKnowledgeable in reading and following electrical prints to diagnose and troubleshoot down equipmentAnalyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.Provides guidance and direction to other team members, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.Monitors and reviews information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.Develop performance indicators to increase reliability and reduce downtime.Develop contingency and disaster recovery plans.Willingness to travel in North America – time traveling can be up to 50%.Completion of Automation risk assessmentsTeam DevelopmentMentor and Train plant controls engineers and support production as needed.Communicate across cross functional groupsSupport Kaizen, Improvement walks, and Error proofing projectsMinimum Qualifications3-5 years' experience in a similar roleBonus ExperienceAutomated Guided Vehicles (AGV) experienceVision - experience with robot guided vision systemsEducation RequirementsBachelor's in Electrical or Software Engineering RequiredEqual Opportunity EmployerLear Corporation is committed to fair, merit-based employment practices and equal opportunity.#J-18808-Ljbffr