Controls Engineer

Dana Incorporated•Napoleon, OH

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.Job PurposeThis position is located in Napoleon, Ohio. The facility is a Dana Final Assembly plant for the Ford Bronco and Ranger products.

Requirements

3+ years controls engineering experience
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience
Experience with RSLogix 5000, RSLinx (required)
Technical proficiency in manufacturing and assembly processes and deployment of best practices
Experience with lift assists and pneumatic devices (valve, cylinders)
Experience with barcode scanners and RFID reader systems
Experience with safety equipment (safety mats light curtain e-stop circuits)
Proficiency developing PFMEAs, Operator Instructions, Control Plans, and Process Flow Charts
Working knowledge of gage & layout procedures
Demonstrated leadership, team building, problem solving and decision making skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), ACAD, VisView.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to support extended hours (including weekends), multiple shifts, and minimal travel as required

Nice To Haves

Experience with fastener torque systems (preferred)

Responsibilities

Review PLC logic & debug for proper content, error-proofing, and data collection function
Lead in root cause investigations and eliminate downtime issues.
Participate in lean plant floor layout (value-add, error-proof, visual factory, Kan Ban material flow)
Lead in continuous improvement.
Review and modify as necessary all equipment PMs and critical spares lists
Interface with equipment vendor(s) to ensure system design, build, runoff and installation
Participate in lean plant floor layout (value-add, error-proof, visual factory, Kan Ban material flow)
Review and approve electrical and controls schematics and assembly system BOMs
Review and modify as necessary all equipment PMs and critical spares lists
Review and approve mechanical drawings for accuracy, robustness, and adherence to specs
Co-develop with QE all inspection criteria, gage requirements, and control documentation
Support problem solving activities (7Step, Error-Proofing, Histogram, Fishbone, 5 Why)
Lead and support continuous improvement programs and employee involvement work teams
Participate in CI programs and cost savings initiatives such as VA/VE, MCM, other
Maintain and promote a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Develop module assembly PFMEAs, Operator Instructions, Control Plans, & Process Flow Charts
Support quality functions as necessary