Controls Engineer
Adient · Eastaboga, AL · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Job Duties
- Support the maintenance department by assisting in the troubleshooting of equipment issues, which includes troubleshooting PLC ladder logic and data handling functions in Control Logix processors.
- Maintain PLC documentation upon receipt from equipment suppliers and an archive of PLC programs and machine controls drawings in an electronic and/or paper format and throughout facility.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and improve automated equipment including devices, I/O, instruments and all other components associate with automated processes to meet production and safety goals.
- Support various I/O devices connected to PLC’s including HMI’s, scanners, remote I/O, sensors, relays, solenoids, servo drives, etc., and support/assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting pneumatic circuits.
- Improve equipment uptime and contribute to Plant reliability maintenance.
- Schedule and complete backups of all electronic machine control and robotic programs on set schedule and develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance Programs.
- Ability to diagnose problems with hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems interfacing with electrical and electronic systems.
- Apply knowledge of electronic and instrumentation principles to determine equipment malfunctions and apply skills in restoring equipment to operation.
- Implement and maintain data collection system from Plant floor processing equipment.
- Identify and implement error-proofing requirements throughout the production process.
- Part of multi-disciplinary Plant Team to determine continuous improvement strategies.
- Identify and plan for process impact(s) as a result of engineering and launch changes.
- Contribute to specifications for equipment purchases, which include review and commentary on equipment controls drawings prior to build approval.
Required Experience
- Degree in Engineering/Electrical field preferred, or equivalent additional experience
- 3+ years related Controls Engineering experience inside manufacturing; automotive JIT experience preferred
- Flexible for someone early in career with internship/co-ops
- Allen Bradley PLC's experience is a must
- Strong PLC Trouble-Shooting with some Programmable skills
- Strong Fanuc Robotics & Automation preferred
- Working Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus
- Proficient with Electrical Control Voltage & Wiring Methods is a plus
Primary Location
Bridgewater Interiors III
Shifts Available
- 1st Shift: 5am-1pm
- 2nd Shift: 5pm-2am