Controls Engineer-Night Shift
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- Job Summary :
- Perform continuous improvement activities to improve safety, increase productivity and reduce production cost, by development and improvement of electrical control systems.
- Must be comfortable with running and trouble-shooting machinery or has shown aptitude working on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Able to make decisions based on available information. Has sufficient technical knowledge to support effective problem solving.
- Ensure up to date backups for PLCs, HMIs, Robots, and any other digital controller in the plant.
- Assist in electrical documentation of control systems and power distribution.
- Assist in product selection as it pertains to controls design.
- Maintain awareness of existing and emerging technologies in PLC, Robots, instrumentation, and computer systems
- Provide training and guidance to maintenance personnel related to control systems.
- Consider safety as top priority in design and implementation of any control system.
- Assist the maintenance department in the troubleshooting and repair of electrical problems as required.
- Work with maintenance to develop PM strategies and identify areas of improvement.
- Update electrical schematics ensuring that all electrical codes are adhered to.
- Participation in pre-design reviews for new machinery
- Direct contractors and employees to implement control systems following the plant specifications.
- Always adhere to all safety rules
- Report any unsafe or unhealthy conditions immediately.
- Ensure that area of responsibility is clean, tidy, and organized.
- Attend training as required or as assigned.
- Know the operating instructions for all equipment where you are assigned. Know the pre-start-up inspection process, hazards, protective measures, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, start & stop procedures, and equipment limitations.
- Be knowledgeable of any chemicals that you work with or that are in your working environment.
- Wear required PPE such as safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, aprons, respirators, and head protection as required.
- Other duties as required.
- Benefits :
- Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, and other benefits)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability
- Short-term Disability
- 401(k) with match
- Paid Vacation
- Boot, Safety glass reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Employee Profit Sharing Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Job Responsibilities :
- Ability to perform electrical diagnosis, recommend repair or repair as needed.
- To work in a safe, quality minded and productive manner with a sense of urgency to achieve maintenance deadlines and to attain production priorities as scheduled.
- Oversee all upgrades and programming changes.
- Ensure that line is built in accordance with all aspects of the latest version of the LMV
- Automotive Systems build standards.
- Develop and implement innovative solutions to manufacturing issues related to product
development or enhancement.
Evaluate and make recommendations on equipment updates.Troubleshoot programming failures and adjust as necessary.Sets up new programs, PLC ladder logic, robot interfacing and documentation.Implements improvements in cycle time of robotic welding and assemblies.Work with production and other departments on basic troubleshooting and corrections for everyday issues.Education and / or Experience :Two- or four-year degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and / or 4 years job related experienceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities :Understanding of metal stamping, spot welding and assembly processes.Complete understanding of PLCs and programming with the ability to program / teach robots.Electrical knowledge (National Electrical Code) and control wiring.Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, blueprints, diagrams, requirements, and business correspondences.Ability to effectively and appropriately present information and respond to questions from various groups.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Safety precautions to be observed in the maintenance and installation of electronic and mechanical equipment.Must be comfortable with working at heights and within confined spaces.You’re joining a team where you are supported by a diverse group of friendly and collaborative people, with a shared passion for the work we do. You are part of an entrepreneurial culture that celebrates your achievements and is built on a foundation of fairness, respect, awareness, unity, and empowerment.
Job Types : Full-time, Permanent
Pay : $75,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits :
401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceReferral programRelocation assistanceRetirement planVision insurancePeople with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education :
Bachelor's (Preferred)Experience :
Electrical engineering : 3 years (Preferred)License / Certification :
Driver's License (Preferred)Shift availability :
Night Shift (Required)Ability to Relocate :
Ethridge, TN 38456 : Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)Willingness to travel :
25% (Preferred)Work Location : In person