Controls & Automation Engineer

Magna International • Troy, MI

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About The Position

The Controls & Automation Engineer supports the deployment and integration of Factory of the Future automation initiatives across manufacturing operations. The role focuses on executing and scaling automation solutions—including robotics, vision systems, industrial controls, and advanced manufacturing technologies—in production environments. The engineer works with operations, engineering, vendors, integrators, and regional teams to deploy systems to standard, integrate them effectively, and scale them across multiple divisions. The role also promotes collaboration, standardization, and sharing of best practices across the region, and serves as a point of contact for automation support and removal of execution barriers.

The position is based in Troy, Michigan, or may be remote with a travel requirement. Local, domestic, and international travel may be required. Magna Exteriors develops and manufactures vehicle exterior products, including access systems, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules, active aerodynamic systems, and lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck, and other industrial markets.

Requirements

• Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems, such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience supporting automation deployment and commissioning in manufacturing environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in fast-paced production environments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across operations, engineering, vendors, and integrators.
• Strong communication, coordination, and execution skills, with willingness to work hands-on when required.
• Ability to travel as needed to support implementation and commissioning activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on industry experience.
• 8 or more years of experience in industrial automation, with proven leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with robotics, cobots, Autonomous Mobile Robots, and vision systems.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, commissioning, and integration of automation systems in manufacturing environments.
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems.
• Support implementation of robotics, cobots, vision systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate with automation vendors, integrators, plant teams, and regional resources to execute projects successfully.
• Serve as a regional point of contact for automation support, helping drive clarity and alignment and remove execution barriers.
• Support development, standardization, and scaling of automation best practices across divisions.
• Troubleshoot system, integration, and startup issues in production environments.
• Improve manufacturing performance, uptime, and operational efficiency through automation initiatives.
• Ensure automation systems align with Factory of the Future objectives and operational requirements.

Benefits

• Support and resources to help employees succeed.
• Exciting and varied responsibilities.
• A wide range of development prospects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior