Controls Engineer (PLC, HMI)

Client: Automotive

Job Title: Controls Engineer (PLC, HMI)

Duration: longterm

Location: 29427 Louis Chevrolet Road, Warren MI 48092

Shift schedule- Start on 1st shift and then will switch to off shifts if needed, required to be flexible with shifts

1st Shift 7:00 am to 3:30 pm / 2nd : 3:00pm to 11:30 Pm /3rd : 11:00 PM to 7:30 am

Job Description: The career level senior process engineer is responsible for Program Execution for Machine Controls and Robotics. Work is performed in a centralized manufacturing engineering activity or assembly/plant activity where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• New program implementation/execution (SOR prep, forecasting, controls/robotics design, equipment build/run-off and buyoff)
• Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants for the production of high-quality parts.
• Manage deliveries to program timing milestones.
• Provide project report outs to senior management.
• Existing program/site support (troubleshooting, etc.)
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all customers/plants.
• Provide technical direction to less experienced controls engineers.
• Design and troubleshooting of electrical controls systems.
• Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology.
• Travel as required.

Basic Skills Required (5-7 years of experience as a controls/robotics engineer)

• Strong technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and the ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process.
• Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and/or Devicenet networks
• Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives
• Provide technical expertise on the design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch, and continuous improvement of the Plant Floor systems (PFS)
• Experience in Fanuc robot s setup and programming
• Problem solving, analytical, interpersonal and communications skills required.
• Ability to design and trouble shoot electrical controls systems.
• Demonstrated Excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple challenging projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
• Demonstrates initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others.
• Proven ability in project management skills
• Multiple different manufacturing controls and/or robotics assignments with successful individual achievements
• Ability to use computer, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems.
• Self motivated and ability to multitask.

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated understanding of plant floor work
• General knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is a plus.
• Understanding of GMS and 4 walls within the site or program
• Prior work experience as controls engineers in the automotive field
• Knowledge of GM s global controls architecture