Sr Controls Engineer

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing•Wooster, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Leads the design, testing, installation, and maintenance of large-scale electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing. Applications are complex, requiring cross-disciplinary integration and wide application of concepts.

Requirements

BA/BS degree (preferred) in engineering or related discipline
10+ years of experience in the automation industry
Programming Logic Controllers (PLC) (e.g. Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
Familiar with Industry Standards UL and CE
Familiar with Vision Systems (e.g. Cognex, Keyence)
Familiar with various Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g. IAI, Yasakawa)
Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues
Must be shift flexible
Ability to work well with others
Good attendance
Negative pre-employment and random drug test

Responsibilities

Designs and recommends the control system architecture, products, components, and applications used in manufacturing processes; identifies and resolves system integration and interface issues.
Evaluates new and emerging manufacturing and control technologies, adapting into specifications as appropriate.
Confirms control system functionality, including appropriate safety compliance, by designing and/or executing test procedures.
Prepares and/or reviews electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls drawings; collaborates with related engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, and suppliers.
Ensures integrity of process and build data collection.
Provides information to manufacturing, process, and other engineering disciplines by answering questions and requests.
Keeps equipment operating by performing periodic audits; troubleshooting breakdowns; requesting supplies; defining and reviewing preventive maintenance plans; calling for repairs; and implementing process improvements.
Manages supplier development and delivery.
Maintains project documents using approved methodology, tools, and templates.
Works on multiple, complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
All other duties as assigned.