BIW Controls and Automation Engineer

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About Slate

Slate is a new US Electric Vehicle company transforming the battery electric vehicle space.

Who we are looking for:

Slate is looking for a dedicated BIW Controls and Automation Engineer to join our innovative team.  In this role, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing control systems and automation solutions for the manufacturing processes across Body-in-White (BIW) manufacturing.  Your expertise will contribute to the efficiency, precision, and overall excellence of our production operations.

What you get to do:

• Prioritize safety above all to protect our team members, partners, and customers.
• Design, develop, and implement control systems for manufacturing processes in BIW ensuring seamless integration with automation solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in each department to understand design requirements and provide expertise in controls and automation feasibility.
• Program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and other control system components across all manufacturing lines.
• Work closely with product engineering and production teams in BIW to optimize automation solutions and troubleshoot issues for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all automation interfaces are compatible with the MES system and collect the required data and interface with associated systems.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies in controls and automation, incorporating innovative solutions to improve production efficiency across all departments.
• Collaborate with external suppliers to source, evaluate, and implement innovative control and automation technologies applicable to Body-in-White (BIW) manufacturing.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.  Master’s Degree is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience as a Controls and Automation Engineer in an automotive manufacturing environment, with a focus on Body-in-White (BIW).
• In-depth knowledge of control system design, PLC programming, HMIs, and automation technologies, with proficiency in Rockwell / Allen Bradley systems and interfacing with MES systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize control systems.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to achieve project goals.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality in control system design and implementation.
• Ability to juggle multiple assignments and competing priorities at the same time.
• Strong ethics and integrity.

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

• Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences.  Or for any other reason.
• Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures.  If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or (813) 468-7257.