Automation Controls Engineer

• Responsible for projects from technical specification to startup support
• Design and develop all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and programming using Lear standards and build upon with innovative ideas
• Write, implement, and debug PLC software
• Develop contingency and disaster recovery plans
• Support install, launch and production of all cells.
• Support implementation of proven and newly developed advanced automation.
• Robust programming to increase equipment uptime without continuous intervention.
• Document and use existing control standards to develop requirements for automated cells
• Willingness to travel in North America – time traveling can be up to 50%

• Expert in (RS logix 500, RS logix 5000, Factory Talk HMI, Baluff I/O link, programming).
• Fanuc Programming or basic understanding with Robotics
• Understand and communicate applicable safety standards: general industry (OSHA 1910), machine guarding, robot safety (ANSI/RIA 15.06), automated vehicles, conveyor safety
• Supporting member of Risk Assessments on all automated equipment
• Auto CAD Experience
• Ability to read electrical drawings
• Coordinate and manage controls systems
• Communication with external manufacturing system /MES
• Atlas Copco Tools Talk programming and interface with torque tools
• Experience with controls and programming servo driven equipment
• Willingness to travel in North America – time traveling can be up to 50%.
• Basic experience with Vision systems to guide robot – offsets
• Develop & Completion of Automation risk assessments
• Knowledgeable in MS-Office
• Bonus: Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV/AMR) experience
• Bachelor's in Electrical or Software Engineering
• 5 years related experience

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.