Specialist - Engine Engineering (Controls Engineering)

Hyundai Motor Company•Montgomery, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for constant monitoring of machine system function, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, utilization, and overall equipment effectiveness. This role provides project planning, support, and follow-up, and is responsible for developing and implementing controls improvements. The Specialist will interact and collaborate with all Engine support groups, providing team support and technical expertise for controls troubleshooting.

Requirements

Strong background in general Factory Automation and Engine Plant Equipment specific controls.
Strong background in PLC programming, control systems, electrical systems, bus systems, communication systems.
Familiar with Maintenance Management type software (ERP, CMMS, etc.).
MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
MS Project
Auto CAD

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of CNC controls is an asset.
Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering or Technical Discipline or equivalent preferred
0 – 10 years job related experience preferred
5 years’ experience in manufacturing environment serving in a reliability and controls related technical role.
5 years’ experience supervising engineers and maintenance in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Experience and Technical Certificates preferred: Fanuc CNC Siemens CNC & PLC Fanuc Robot Mitsubishi PLC Allen Bradley PLC

Responsibilities

Initiate and lead activities and projects aligned with the Engine Engineering department’s business goals and objectives.
Provide team support and technical expertise for controls trouble shooting.
Lead, train, mentor, encourage, and support Production and Maintenance group.
Streamline, improve, and increase efficiency of Controls Engineering section.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with Team Members and Management.
Review equipment designs for improvement, incorporate new methods, processes, and products to ensure reliable manufacturing equipment.
Participate as controls representative for verifying reliability & compliance in various aspects (e.g. Safety, Quality) for New/Retool Equipment projects.
Initiate and complete reports tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and other administrative or reporting tasks as required.
Provide technical direction/support on controls related equipment breakdowns, determine root causes and recommend countermeasures.
Organize and maintain Engine Plant Equipment back-ups (PLC, CNC, Various F/A SW files) and drawings.
Purchase spare parts, maintain inventory, and control costs within established budgets as needed.
Develop and procure controls training opportunities for Engine Sub-Division’s support groups and members.
Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
Meet all other requirements as assigned.