PLC Specialist

Valeo•Smyrna, TN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Valeo is a global tech company focused on developing innovative mobility solutions. As a PLC Specialist, you will play a crucial role in designing, programming, and troubleshooting automated systems for the automotive industry. You will work with cutting-edge technologies to contribute to greener, safer, and more secure mobility. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a global community, work on advanced technologies, and be part of a company culture that encourages daring, caring, and sharing. You will receive a comprehensive total compensation package with valuable benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Mechatronic Engineering (or other relevant Engineering discipline).
4+ years of PLC programming experience, preferably using Allen-Bradley.
Experience with Fanuc, ABB, or Kuka robotic systems.
Experience programming PLCs in a high-speed industrial environment.
Experience using Variable Frequency Drivers (VFDs) and Vision Systems (Keyence or Cognex).

Responsibilities

Utilize Allen-Bradley PLCs to program and troubleshoot automated robotic and vision systems.
Modify and optimize existing PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages, with a focus on Ladder Diagram, for complex processes such as multi-station parallel processing and pick-and-place automation.
Oversee the ramp-up of manufacturing lines, including mechanical automation equipment, robotics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, motion control, and vision systems.
Work with high-speed motion control, using Keyence and/or Cognex and Variable Frequency Drives.
Work in 480 VAC and 24 VDC system areas, ensuring "lock out, tag out" procedures are followed.
Create process standards that permit duplication of testing systems at different Valeo sites.
Work on cycle-time reduction to solve bottlenecks, bring savings, and optimize investments.
Design and implement sophisticated in-house control architectures integrating multiple PLCs, sensors, actuators, and other automation components.
Perform benchmarking and market analysis to stay aware of the latest evolutions and trends, and integrate them into mid-term actions.
Handle other assignments and functions assigned by the Site Process Manufacturing Manager.