Controls Engineer

TransForm Automotive, an Amsted Automotive company, is seeking a Midnight Shift (11pm - 7am) Controls Engineer to support our Shelby Twp facility. The Controls Engineer will focus on developing and supporting equipment availability and performance across all facilities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Controls Engineer role will focus on developing and supporting equipment availability and performance across all facilities.  Continuous improvement efforts are also put forth to existing processes with the goal of improving machine availability and efficiency of the assembly process.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with the product interface to the assembly plant and other levels within the organization for the manufacturing execution systems
• Take lead in supporting machine failures through the maintenance escalation process. I.E., troubleshooting, communication, and documentation
• Take a leading role in safety circuit functionality and verification. I.E., light curtains, safety mats, Quality Assurance devices
• Support for developing user interfaces for operators and integrating them into the MES and CMMS systems
• Responsible to assist in defining connections to existing equipment for integration into MES systems
• Maintain backups of MES, PLC, Robot Software-related equipment configuration
• Research and prove out innovative ways to improve processes, making them more efficient and flexible
• Integrate and program assembly processes in primary facilities
• Concept, quote, procure, and implement solutions to various assembly and transformational product processes
• Configure equipment and add required programming to new and existing equipment
• Assist in the definition of wiring required for gathering data from equipment
• Work with Sr. Controls Engineers and manager to learn, develop skills, and assist with controls projects across AAG as required.
• Support department maintenance troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures for equipment
• All other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/prints and how these systems interact within an assembly cell

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/prints and how these systems interact within an assembly process
• Ability to adapt and learn new controls technology and software
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with light supervision
• Understanding and communicating technical details
• Knowledge of multi-axis servo systems and robotic systems
• Industrial vision systems/sensors (Cognex, Keyence)
• Basic networking knowledge and application
• Fieldbus Technologies (ex: Ethernet/IP, Ether CAT, I/O Link, Modbus)
• Interfacing and communication with devices: analog, fieldbus, etc.
• Software Experience:
  • AutoCAD (electrical/pneumatic detailing)
  • Rockwell Suite (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, RSLogix)
  • Automation Direct (PLC, C-More HMI)
  • MS Office Suite
  • Siemens Step 7

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Associates Degree in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 2-year Technical Degree in Robotic Automation/Computer Sciences

Experience

• Some on-the-job work experience in controls, primarily focused on machine design/machine build, is strongly preferred (internship experience is acceptable)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

•  Employee Stock Ownership Plan 
• Incentive Bonus 
• Medical, Vision, Dental 
• Prescription Drug Plan 
• 401K 
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays 
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement 
• Employee Recognition 
• Discount Programs