Controls Engineer - STRADA Search Group

Tier 1 world automotive supplier looking for an integral part of their manufacturing of front-end modules and rear bumpers at a just-in-time plant.

Brief Description of Duties:

1.Drive all activities relating to ensuring existing and new equipment is built and running in accordance to specifications. Including the troubleshooting, debugging, start-up and programming of all automated equipment.

2.Technical expert for electrical controls, process logic controls (ex: Allen Bradley, Siemens), robot installation, programming and troubleshooting (ex; Fanuc, ABB, Motoman), vision inspection system programming.

3.Support multiple PLC and other electrical controlled automated systems

4.The ability to program or modify HMI’s (ex; RS Logix 500 & 5000, Allen Bradley, Siemens and Proface)

5.Strong knowledge of Devicenet Controlnet & Ethernet I/P networks.

6.Determine correct controls for all Poke Yokes (Vision Systems, PLC's, and Robotics).

7.Understand logic writing to create handshakes between the equipment and I.T Systems.

8.Coordinate the development in writing and maintaining effective maintenance specification and preventative maintenance programs on all equipment to ensure top performance for productivity.

9.The ability to build and wire control panels.

10.Keep and update all equipment drawing, electrical prints etc…up to date as changes are implemented.

11.Create training materials, as well as, conduct training of support personnel as required.

12.Participate in the design of custom process automation machines, equipment, systems, devices and fixtures to support assembly requirements.

13.Recommend equipment improvements and/or manufacturing methods for improvement and all equipment.

14.Coordinate all mechanical/electrical system modifications with external vendors, maintenance personnel.

15.Support and assist maintenance personnel with diagnosing software and electrical system problems.

16.Work closely with production, maintenance and engineering to establish optimized performance of all equipment.

17.Identify and correct any safety issues inside the facility.

18.Ensure a safe working environment by observing safe work practices and by following all safety policies and procedures.

19.Support the quote preparation process by reviewing and helping to select appropriate robots for identified robotic applications into existing operations.

20.Support the quote preparation process by reviewing and selecting appropriate PLC products.

21.Initiate Engineering Change Requests (ECR) for appropriate equipment changes.

22.Assist in preparation of all quotes for new business as needed.

23.Assist in the negotiation of contracts with equipment vendors as needed.

24.Implement continuous improvement strategies to reduce scrap cost and improve productivity and quality.

25.Support the achievement of all departmental goals and KOI’s.

26.Assist in determining resolutions to customer issues through the implementation of process and design changes as they relate to equipment.

27.Develop an effective Best Practices process to ensure lessons learned are implemented in new programs, processes and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechatronic, Controls Engineering or Robotics; or equivalent combination of education and six years experience

2.Minimum 6 years of experience with automated equipment and robotics in a manufacturing environment

3.Minimum 6 years experience PLC programming.

4.Solid understanding of principles used in multi-axis robotic systems, and conveyor transport systems.

5.Strong “hands-on” capability in the integration, installation, and programming of robotics and PLC controls systems in a manufacturing environment.

6.Demonstrated oral and written communication skills; customer-focused

7.Personal computer skills.

8.This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while standing and/or sitting in excess of 6 hours a day and the ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis. Must have average mobility to move around a manufacturing environment. Ability to conduct normal amounts of work at a computer.

9.This position may require travel.

10.Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the procurement of new equipment.