Controls Engineer

Description
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This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Bedford, IN on a full-time basis.
The Role:
Responsible for the execution/develop of manufacturing controls. Work will be performed in a centralized manufacturing engineering activity or assembly/plant activity where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment.
Design, program, and troubleshoot automation systems for manufacturing equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems while supporting process improvements to minimize downtime. Develop, maintain, and refine controls systems, conduct diagnostics, and implement controls solutions to enhance production performance.
Intermediate level professional, requiring independent judgment and decision-making on significant matters as well as experience and or specialized training typically obtained through a specialized course of academic instruction.
Demonstrates very good understanding of the processes and procedures relevant to own work area with the ability to exercise decision-making skills sufficient to identify and propose solutions to leadership. Understands different areas of their function and how the operations of their area relate to others.
Identifies and corrects non-routine problems in existing systems and processes through independent judgment. Independently identifies and applies appropriate company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Works under general supervision with limited guidance and direction. Determines an appropriate course of action within broad guidelines and can handle nearly every standard or typical request independently.
Exercises judgement within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Applies learned techniques to drive the solution to a problem, which typically will involve coordinating and integrating efforts of a diverse team of colleagues.
Engages in daily interactions with subordinates and/or peers from other functional groups. These interactions typically involve the exchange or presentation of information. Required to collaborate with team members 1-2 levels above.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities): • Maintaining awareness of new controls technologies (PLC, HMI, networks, robot, vision) • Managing deliveries to program timing milestones • Providing project report outs to senior management • Existing program/site support (troubleshooting, etc.) • Troubleshooting of electrical controls systems
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Minimum 3 yrs experience of Controls Engineer
• Understanding/Familiarity with Allen Bradley (PLC,HMI)
• Understanding/Familiarity with FANUC Robots

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge

• Ability to read and modify electrical prints
• Basic understanding of Ethernet networks
• Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation control platform experience
• Relevant auto industry experience and/or high-volume manufacturing
• Areas of expertise include: Manufacturing, Assembly Process, Welding, Molding, Fabrication
• Machine vision experience - Cognex, Keyence

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