Controls Engineering Specialist (LAP)

Ford Motor Company • Louisville, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of Ford Motor Company’s Manufacturing team, the Controls Engineering Specialist helps build smart vehicles by developing and improving technologies and processes in manufacturing plants. The role coordinates resources to identify root causes and fixes, breaks problems into items that can be validated, and determines appropriate validation methods. It also supports control systems, automation, machinery, material handling, robots, and manufacturing personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of Controls Engineering experience; internship and co-op experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, or Automation Engineering.
• Electrical background as an electrician or technician.
• Familiarity with PLC/CNC (Siemens/Allen-Bradley), VFD, Servo, Profinet, and ABB and FANUC robots.
• Solid understanding of laser burning.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints, modify electrical schematics, and use AutoCAD.
• Validated ability to troubleshoot equipment and continuously evaluate it for process improvements.
• Experience with conveyor system programming and overhead Gantry.
• Solid understanding of networking, including DH+, Ethernet, and remote IO.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
• Experience with Lean Tools: 5S, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Understanding of 8D, FMEA, and DMAIC processes.
• Familiarity with TQM and Kaizen methods.
• One or more years of experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of simulation modeling and visual factory management.

Responsibilities

• Handle setup and maintenance of industrial bar code printers.
• Design and implement vision control systems, using knowledge of different vision cameras and their programming software.
• Continuously evaluate equipment for improvements in quality and delivery.
• Use FIS plant monitoring software to review equipment cycle times and follow up on project installations.
• Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements.
• Update program backups for machinery and automation.
• Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling systems, and robots.
• Review risk assessments and evaluate equipment safety as part of a team.
• Assist in training manufacturing personnel and plant electricians.
• Read and modify electrical prints and schematics using AutoCAD.
• Maintain familiarity with OA, CPN/MPN networks, and communication protocols for connecting to wireless and wired networks.
• Manage installation and maintenance of virus protection software for controls network PCs, perform PC backup disc images, and install communication, firmware, and controls software.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized back-up child care.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Established and active employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• Paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED