Controls Engineer

Adient•Eastaboga, AL

87d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer will support the maintenance department by assisting in the troubleshooting of equipment issues, which includes troubleshooting PLC ladder logic and data handling functions in Control Logix processors. This role involves maintaining PLC documentation, troubleshooting and improving automated equipment, and supporting various I/O devices. The engineer will also contribute to improving equipment uptime, developing preventive maintenance programs, and diagnosing problems with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. Additionally, the role includes implementing data collection systems, participating in continuous improvement strategies, and contributing to specifications for equipment purchases.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering/Electrical field preferred, or equivalent additional experience
3+ years related Controls Engineering experience inside manufacturing
Allen Bradley PLC's experience is a must.
Strong PLC Trouble-Shooting with some Programmable skills
Must be flexible for 1st Shift & 2nd Shift (5pm-2am)

Nice To Haves

Automotive JIT experience preferred.
Flexible for someone early in career with internship/co-ops.
Strong Fanuc Robotics & Automation preferred
Working Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus
Proficient with Electrical Control Voltage & Wiring Methods is a plus

Responsibilities

Support the maintenance department by assisting in the troubleshooting of equipment issues, including PLC ladder logic and data handling functions in Control Logix processors.
Maintain PLC documentation upon receipt from equipment suppliers and archive PLC programs and machine controls drawings.
Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve automated equipment, including devices, I/O, instruments, and associated components.
Support various I/O devices connected to PLCs, such as HMIs, scanners, remote I/O, sensors, relays, solenoids, and servo drives.
Assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting pneumatic circuits.
Improve equipment uptime and contribute to Plant reliability maintenance.
Schedule and complete backups of all electronic machine control and robotic programs.
Develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance Programs.
Diagnose problems with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems interfacing with electrical and electronic systems.
Apply knowledge of electronic and instrumentation principles to determine equipment malfunctions and restore equipment to operation.
Implement and maintain data collection systems from Plant floor processing equipment.
Identify and implement error-proofing requirements throughout the production process.
Participate in a multi-disciplinary Plant Team to determine continuous improvement strategies.
Identify and plan for process impact(s) as a result of engineering and launch changes.
Participate in 8D or similar root-cause based problem-solving tasks.
Contribute to specifications for equipment purchases, including review and commentary on equipment controls drawings.