Controls Engineer

Position : Controls Engineer

Location : Automotive Plant Body Weld Shop- Ladson, SC

Job Type : Full Time 60% office 40% Shopfloor

Reports to : Maintenance Manager

Department : Maintenance

Position Purpose : Implements and supports planning of comprehensive controls and automation technology systems and architecture for processes and production systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Analyzes designs, programs, simulations, and test procedures for automated machinery and processes.
• Exercises judgment in selecting existing methods and techniques for obtaining solutions on mainly routine problems.
• Ability to communicate a technical language with programmers by having a fundamental understanding of computer / PLC programming.
• Capability to problem solve using coding, programs, analytics.
• Desire to learn and develop new skills as we prepare the plant to launch the next generation electric vehicles.
• Implements and supports controls architecture with focus on process stability, system availability, as well as ease of operation and maintenance.
• May manage smaller projects in their own field of work, coordinates suppliers on and off site.
• Monitors project progress and performance against project plan.
• Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings.
• Plans and document shop equipment requirements, supports on writing specification documents and supports RfQ processes with other planning departments till awarding and beyond series production.
• Plans and introduces measures to follow / meet legal requirements for the protection of the environment.
• Prepare planning options and standards, evaluate cost-efficiency, and provide analysis of both. Take part in continuous improvement process to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Supports planning, engineering, and commissioning of controls equipment till final buyoffs of equipment in the shops together with suppliers and MBV production / maintenance teams.
• Tracks budget and ensures production timelines.
• Schematic drawings Ability Read and understand basics. Understands electrical theory.

Competencies :

• Customer Service Orientation - Satisfying customers.
• Adaptability - Willingness to deal with unexpected challenges or circumstances.
• Problem Solving - Defining problems and bring about viable solutions.
• PDCA Mindset - Plan, Do, Check, Act approach to all activities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Solid understanding of computer programming and software development.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform systems tests.
• Experience with PLCs and robotics and automation and process equipment (Preferably Siemens S7, TIA Portal)
• Strong process engineering "LEAN" skill set
• Good communication skills
• Comprehension Ability Understanding and application of basic, intermediate, and advanced instructions.
• Language Ability Communication with others to convey information in a timely and effective manner.
• Reading Ability - Cognitive ability to interact with written words or text.
• Math Ability Understanding and application of mathematics towards problem solving activities.
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to conduct basic, intermediate, and advanced problem solving.
• Able to troubleshoot electrical systems with, Multimeter, Megameter.
• Trouble shoot electromechanical equipment, PLC, AC / DC drive systems and robotic equipment.
• Proficient at understanding electrical schematics and ladder logic, pneumatics, and hydraulic drawings.
• Electrical drawings Ability Read, navigate, and understand drawings for electrical installations.

Position Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer programming, computer science or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job.

Physical Requirements : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the key actions of the job :

Required to talk and / or hear in an office and industrial setting (noise level is high). Frequently required to stand and walk on concrete surfaces from 4 -12 hours.

Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; lift; stoop, or crouch.

• Vision requirements : close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception and focus adjustment
• Work is performed in an office and industrial-manufacturing environment with necessary time spent working on a computer or at a desk.
27 days ago