Control Engineer

CES / AWS is looking for a Controls Engineer for an Automotive Manufacturing client in Napoleon, OH.

📍 Location : Napoleon, OH

💲 Pay Rate : $37.50 – $48.00 per hour (DOE)

🕒 Schedule : 2nd Shift | 4 : 00 PM – 12 : 00 AM | Monday–Friday

Contract-to-Hire position

About the Role

We are seeking a Controls Engineer to join a leading manufacturing company in the automotive industry. This role is based at a high-volume assembly facility supporting well-known vehicle products. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in controls engineering, troubleshooting, and process improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Review PLC logic and debug for proper function, error-proofing, and data collection.
• Lead root cause investigations and eliminate downtime issues.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives (value-add, error-proof, visual factory, Kanban flow).
• Review and approve electrical / controls schematics, BOMs, and mechanical drawings.
• Co-develop inspection criteria, gage requirements, and control documentation.
• Support problem-solving activities (7 Step, Error-Proofing, Fishbone, 5 Why, etc.).
• Lead continuous improvement programs and cost savings initiatives (VA / VE, MCM).
• Develop PFMEAs, operator instructions, control plans, and process flow charts.
• Collaborate with quality and equipment vendors to ensure robust design, installation, and operation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Qualifications

🔹 This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a well-established automotive manufacturing environment while contributing to the success of high-profile product lines.

If interested please apply or send your resume to carmen@canadianexecutivesearch.com