Plant Engineer Controls

Job Title: Plant Engineer Controls   

Location: MI

Onsite Position

Job Description: 

• Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data

• Problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues. Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated

• Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians. Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS.

• Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime. Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment

• Review and coordinate project installations. Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements

• Maintain program backups for machinery and automation. Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots. Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety

Skills Required: Programmable Logic Controllers, Good Manufacturing Practices, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Error proofing

Skills Preferred: Siemens, Lean Manufacturing, Robotics, Electrical, Automation

Experience Required: 

At least 1+ yrs of related experience • Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate behavior combined with outstanding interpersonal, team, and communication skills • Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members when required • Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) • PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley)