Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Valeo•Reno, NV

10d

About The Position

Valeo is hiring a Manufacturing Controls Engineer to support manufacturing engineering and automation. The role involves programming and troubleshooting automated systems, overseeing manufacturing-line ramp-up, developing control architectures and process standards, and improving cycle time and investment efficiency. The engineer also performs benchmarking and market analysis and handles other assignments from the Site Process Manufacturing Manager. The position is part of Valeo, a global automotive technology supplier focused on greener, safer, and smarter mobility. Valeo describes its culture as one that values innovation, diversity, authenticity, energy, and international collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline; experience may be considered in lieu of education.
At least 4 years of PLC programming experience.
PLC programming experience in a high-speed industrial environment.

Nice To Haves

PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley is preferred.
Experience with Fanuc, ABB, or Kuka robotic systems.
Experience using Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
Experience with vision systems such as Keyence or Cognex.

Responsibilities

Program and troubleshoot automated robotic and vision systems using Allen-Bradley PLCs.
Modify and optimize existing PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages, especially Ladder Diagram, for complex processes such as multi-station parallel processing and pick-and-place automation.
Oversee manufacturing-line ramp-up, including mechanical automation equipment, robotics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, motion control, and vision systems.
Work with high-speed motion control, Keyence and/or Cognex systems, and Variable Frequency Drives.
Work in 480 VAC and 24 VDC system areas and ensure lockout/tagout procedures are followed.
Create process standards that enable testing systems to be duplicated at different Valeo sites.
Reduce cycle time by resolving bottlenecks, generating savings, and optimizing investments.
Design and implement in-house control architectures integrating multiple PLCs, sensors, actuators, and other automation components.
Perform benchmarking and market analysis to track developments and trends and incorporate them into mid-term actions.
Handle other assignments and functions assigned by the Site Process Manufacturing Manager.