Senior Automation Controls Engineer

About the role

The Senior Automation Controls Engineer will lead, support, implement, and manage automation projects while driving innovation in advancements. This role involves leading the development, installation, and ongoing support of automation cells, developing contingency and disaster recovery plans, and supporting the integration of advanced automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and programming using Lear standards and innovative ideas
• Write, implement, and debug PLC software
• 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 – up to 30-40%

Requirements

• Expert in RSLogix500, RSLogix5000, Studio5000, and FactoryTalk View Studio
• Ability to navigate and interpret structured text programming languages like Visual Basic, C++, C#, and Python
• Fanuc and Universal Robotics Programming or basic understanding with Robotics
• Knowledgeable of I/O link, AB components, drive control, Keyence cameras, and industrial networking
• Basic experience with Vision systems to guide robot – offsets
• 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
• Ability to read and create electrical drawings in AutoCAD
• Career Development
• Mentor and Train plant controls engineers and support production as needed
• Communicate across cross-functional groups
• Support Kaizen, Improvement walks, and Error proofing projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and/or Software Engineering
• 5 - 15 years’ experience in a similar role

Benefits

• Drive Innovation with new advancements in Industry
• Opportunities for future training to broaden skills
• Be part of a team of experts to drive solutions that improve efficiencies, safety, and quality
• Work with multiple assembly plants and integrators

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate travel requirements.