The Role
Provides technical support and programming for manufacturing systems. Programs PLCs, robots, inputs and outputs; troubleshoots software and hardware; installs vision systems; loads software; develops upgrades; and maintains project documentation. The role supports automotive plastic injection molding and assembly operations, interprets electrical schematics and equipment manuals, manages multiple projects, and works on a production floor with occasional travel and physical demands.
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Summary
The Controls Engineer provides technical support and programming for manufacturing system designs and modifications.
Core Competencies
- Customer Oriented
- Building Collaborative Relationships
- Analytical Thinking
- Technical Expertise
- Fostering Innovation
- Results Oriented
- Personal Credibility
- Stress Management
- Ethics and Integrity
- Flexibility
- Supports Equipment Programming for Manufacturing
- Programs inputs/outputs of robots
- Maintain support and programming of robots
- Trouble Shoots software and hardware issues
- Load software packages
- Project documentation
- Develop and Install of Vision Systems
- Develop system upgrades
- Program PLC
- Read, interprets and apply lesson learned from electrical schematic drawings, professional journals, equipment manuals and government regulations
Requirements
- Demonstrated success and knowledge of automotive plastic injection molding and assembly
- Ability to program input/outputs associated with interfacing robots with equipment
- Ability to program robots
- Knowledge of software and hardware
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret electrical schematic drawings
- Strong computer skills
- 3-5 years’ experience working with controls in an automotive facility
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related Engineering field.
- Strong organizational and prioritizing skills
- Ability to work effectively independent or as a member of a team.
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
- Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
- Strong analytical ability
- Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
Working Conditions
- Physical ability to lift 25lbs, heaver objects moved with assistance or equipment
- Manual dexterity required to use electronic & hand tools
- Physical dexterity to sit, stand, bend, squat, climb, grip, reach as needed
- Working near moving parts, exposure to occasional fumes or airborne particles
- Moderate noise level on the production floor, some areas may require PPE
- Travel as necessary.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of experience working with controls in an automotive facility
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related engineering field
- Demonstrated knowledge of automotive plastic injection molding and assembly
- Ability to program robot inputs and outputs for equipment interfacing
- Ability to program robots
- Knowledge of software and hardware
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret electrical schematic drawings
- Strong computer skills
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, and project-management skills
- Ability to lift 25 pounds and perform required production-floor physical activities
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The Company
What We Do
FNG Group NV is a Belgium-based children’s fashion company that creates, manufactures, and retails clothing for children up to age 14. Formerly known as Fred & Ginger, it distributes its collections through multi-brand shops and in-store boutiques in Belgium and other countries. Its brands include Fred & Ginger, Kiekeboe, Hilde & Co, and Nijntje Exclusief, with a focus on specialized styles and needs for young consumers.
