Senior Controls Engineer

ZF Group • Lapeer, MI

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About The Position

The Senior Controls Engineer leads the development, optimization, and support of manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production. This role involves hands-on problem-solving, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating across departments to drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering plus 5 years of experience in related field preferred or minimum 10 years equivalent work experience.
• Experience in manufacturing techonologies including machining, assembly, machine controls, and robotics
• CAD capable.
• Print reading/interpretation including GD&T.
• 2 years of project management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required to effectively present information, write reports and process instructions, and provide support to various functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Identify cost and process improvements to reduce cost, increase OEE, and labor reduction opportunities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to engineers, engineering interns, and technicians.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts on the manufacturing floor, interface with design, quality, and production teams.
• Own manufacturing projects, new launch activities, and team events from concept to completion.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Determine process standards, detailed specifications, and associated documentation for quoting of new equipment.
• Collaboration with customers, corporate functional teams, and internal teams for new programs or change management projects.

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Personal Time
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees