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Job Responsibilities
We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to provide leadership and technical oversight for controls engineering, ensuring the dependable performance of automated manufacturing systems while promoting maximum uptime, safety, and quality in a high‑volume automotive setting.
Your Responsibilities
Lead and provide daily direction to Controls Engineers and Controls Technologists.
Drive equipment improvement projects to enhance productivity, quality, availability, and safety.
Design, develop, install, and commission PLC-based control systems, including I/O checkout, system testing, and startup support.
Develop, maintain, and optimize HMI and SCADA systems (e.g., Citect, FactoryTalk, RS Studio 5000, CIMPLICITY) in collaboration with IT.
Provide technical expertise during electrical and functional test equipment projects, ensuring reliable hardware/software integration.
Support production by troubleshooting, resolving PLC-related machine issues, and improving system reliability.
Develop and maintain robotic systems, electronic safety systems, and error-proofing/vision technologies.
Create, update, and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, schematics, instructions, and test records.
Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and production teams while upholding company policies, goals, and employee charter principles.
Who We Are Looking For
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred
Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic or similar Engineering degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent Trades Certification with significant work experience preferred
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Controls Technologist or related IT related field preferred.
Working knowledge of Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms, including RSLogix 500/5000, FactoryTalk View Studio, and PanelView HMI applications.
Ability to understand and apply ladder logic, PLC I/O control, HMI operation, and troubleshoot PLC programs and electrical control systems.
Knowledge of industrial networks and field devices (DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, IO‑Link, Point I/O) and common electrical components.
Familiarity with vision and inspection systems (Keyence, Cognex, IFM, Omron) and related sensing technologies.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and design specifications, proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills with the flexibility to work overtime as required.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
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Skills Required
- Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and RSLogix 500/5000
- Experience with FactoryTalk View Studio and PanelView HMI applications
- Ability to understand and apply ladder logic, PLC I/O control, and troubleshoot PLC programs
- Knowledge of industrial networks and field devices (DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, IO-Link, Point I/O)
- Familiarity with HMI and SCADA systems (Citect, CIMPLICITY, FactoryTalk) and their optimization
- Familiarity with vision and inspection systems (Keyence, Cognex, IFM, Omron)
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic or similar) or Trades Certification with significant experience
- Minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Controls Technologist or related field
- Ability to create, read, and interpret technical documents, schematics, specifications; proficient in Microsoft Office
- Strong communication, problem-solving, teamwork skills and flexibility to work overtime
- Experience developing, commissioning, and maintaining robotic systems, safety systems, and error-proofing technologies
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
