Controls Engineer

Magna International•Lansing, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Requirements

Must have documented experience with the Allen Bradley or similar PLC equipment (hardware, software and ladder logic) and strong PC skills.
Documented experience with robotic equipment and related interfaces.
Experience reading electrical and electronic schematics.
This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while standing or walking a minimum of eight (8) hours a day, the ability to lift up to15 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis, and the ability to perform work that is below the knees and above the shoulders on an occasional basis.
Ability to climb stairs is necessary.
Ability to wear a respirator is required.
Good vision at a close distance is required.
Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study preferred.
Work related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
Work experience combined with current schooling towards degree will be considered.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all technical activity and maintain accurate records pertaining to the paint system PLC equipment including but not restricted to board revisions, software revisions, ladder logic, documentation and all associated interfaces.
Liase with the maintenance staff appropriately to ensure all electrical systems, PLC’s and robots are maintained to their optimum operating level.
Coordinate engineering modifications and new projects for automation, PLC and robotic equipment as required ensuring all work is in accordance with the local and state regulations.
Continuously review and consider new technologies (PLC or otherwise) as they apply to DexSys.
Assume project management responsibilities for any project assigned by management.
Provide Electrical Engineering support as required as it applies to all other aspects of the current and any future systems.
Perform other duties as directed.