Controls Engineer

Overview

Controls Engineer – Findlay, OH

Leading tier I automotive supplier is seeking a Controls Engineer to oversee controls in an assigned area of the plant. Daily you will be responsible for troubleshooting, capital equipment projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and upgrade equipment related to electrical issues
• Make PLC program improvements to reduce downtime and increase cycle times
• Support CapEx projects from an electrical standpoint, including adhering to timelines
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs
• Complete electrical troubleshooting, including vision systems, drives, servos, HMIs, etc.
• Troubleshoot and optimize robotic systems, including end of arm tooling
• Complete cost justifications on potential projects
• Manage multiple projects at a time
• Upgrade PLC platforms on equipment
• Complete electrical troubleshooting related to wiring, vision systems, cameras, HMIs, etc.
• Support other areas of the plant and other engineers
• Additional engineering tasks as assigned

Work Environment & Conditions

This is a hands-on position that requires qualified candidates to be on the manufacturing floor up to 80% of their day troubleshooting electrical issues and programming PLCs. You will be on the manufacturing floor daily communicating with the production staff and working with your team to continuously improve operations and meet production goals. This site offers the opportunity to work with cutting edge equipment and robotics. Candidates should enjoy working in a team environment, learning new processes and technologies, communicating with hourly staff to enhance production and being creative in the continuous improvement process. Our client wants a strong problem solver and a PLC expert!

Benefits & Compensation

Requirements

Preferred Skills (not required)

Why Work Here

Candidates are preferred to be local to the Findlay, OH area.

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