Electrical Controls Engineer

Compound Extrusion Machine Control Engineer

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

YOUR ROLE

The Connection Systems North America (CS NA) team has an exciting opportunity for a Controls (Electrical) Engineer.  Under the direction of the Manufacturing Operations General Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing on-site electrical engineering support within the compound extrusion operation.  The Controls (Electrical) Engineer will identify and implement improvements, as well as align new technologies within the compound extrusion industry to update manufacturing systems. 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

In your daily job you will:

• Provide on-site support to manufacturing operations to maintain production processes
• Troubleshoot process issues with skilled tradesmen
• Improve processes through the identification of daily manufacturing problems (ex: error proofing quality, improving up-time, cycle speed, reduction in waste, etc.)
• Obtain quotes, write purchase requisitions for project needs, maintain control of spending on projects for new equipment and existing equipment revisions
• Communicate projects or specific assignment status through the use of verbal communication, electronic presentations, e-mail and Microsoft Teams
• Help develop planned maintenance procedures as well as support plant maintenance activities
• Follow all Aptiv Corporate, Connection Systems and local procedures
• "Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer, now, or at any time in the future".

YOUR BACKGROUND

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 2+ yrs experience and demonstrated proficiency in CAD software
• 2+ yrs experience in supporting machine controls operations in a manufacturing environment
• "Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer, now, or at any time in the future".

Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications)

• In-depth machine controls aptitude, machinery and equipment electrical support and machine control programming, specifically Rockwell products.
• Knowledge of compound extrusion process.
• Expertise in equipment communication, networking, integration, etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization.
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to work with a team in a unionized environment
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Resourcefully innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing environment
• Minimal domestic and/or international travel possible - very limited to special circumstances. 

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW

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