Controls Engineer - Leadec Corp

Position: Controls Engineer

Location: Mercedes Benz Vans -- Body Weld Shop

Job Type: Full Time 60% office 40% Shopfloor

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Department: Maintenance

Position Purpose: Implements and supports planning of comprehensive controls and automation technology systems and architecture for processes and production systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


* Analyzes designs, programs, simulations, and test procedures for automated machinery and processes.
* Exercises judgment in selecting existing methods and techniques for obtaining solutions on mainly routine problems.
* Ability to communicate a technical language with programmers by having a fundamental understanding of computer/PLC programming.
* Capability to problem solve using coding, programs, analytics.
* Desire to learn and develop new skills as we prepare the plant to launch the next generation electric vehicles.
* Implements and supports controls architecture with focus on process stability, system availability, as well as ease of operation and maintenance.
* May manage smaller projects in their own field of work, coordinates suppliers on and off site.
* Monitors project progress and performance against project plan.
* Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings.
* Plans and document shop equipment requirements, supports on writing specification documents and supports RfQ processes with other planning departments till awarding and beyond series production.
* Plans and introduces measures to follow/meet legal requirements for the protection of the environment.
* Prepare planning options and standards, evaluate cost-efficiency, and provide analysis of both. Take part in continuous improvement process to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
* Supports planning, engineering, and commissioning of controls equipment till final buyoffs of equipment in the shops together with suppliers and MBV production / maintenance teams.
* Tracks budget and ensures production timelines.
* Schematic drawings Ability -- Read and understand basics. Understands electrical theory.

Competencies:


* Customer Service Orientation - Satisfying customers.
* Adaptability - Willingness to deal with unexpected challenges or circumstances.
* Problem Solving - Defining problems and bring about viable solutions.
* PDCA Mindset - Plan, Do, Check, Act approach to all activities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


* Solid understanding of computer programming and software development.
* Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform systems tests.
* Experience with PLCs and robotics and automation and process equipment (Preferably Siemens S7, TIA Portal)
* Strong process engineering "LEAN" skill set
* Good communication skills
* Comprehension Ability -- Understanding and application of basic, intermediate, and advanced instructions.
* Language Ability -- Communication with others to convey information in a timely and effective manner.
* Reading Ability - Cognitive ability to interact with written words or text.
* Math Ability -- Understanding and application of mathematics towards problem solving activities.
* Reasoning Ability - Ability to conduct basic, intermediate, and advanced problem solving.
* Able to troubleshoot electrical systems with, Multimeter, Megameter.
* Trouble shoot electromechanical equipment, PLC, AC/DC drive systems and robotic equipment.
* Proficient at understanding electrical schematics and ladder logic, pneumatics, and hydraulic drawings.
* Electrical drawings Ability -- Read, navigate, and understand drawings for electrical installations.





Position Qualifications:




* Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer programming, computer science or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Able to perform the essential functions of the job.









Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the key actions of the job:




* Required to talk and/or hear in an office and industrial setting (noise level is high). Frequently required to stand and walk on concrete surfaces from 4 -12 hours. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; lift; stoop, or crouch.
* Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception and focus adjustment
* Work is performed in an office and industrial-manufacturing environment with necessary time spent working on a computer or at a desk.





As outlined in the job description.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled