Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

The Manufacturing Electrical Controls Engineer is responsible for planning, implementing and maintaining stable and capable production/business processes as they pertain to equipment functionality; machine/equipment capabilities as they relate to safety, throughput, and quality.

 

Job Responsibilities:

· Test and coordinate the implementation of preventive actions in the production lines in order to establish and verify capable and stable production processes.

· Resolve issues associated with assembly automation, workstations, robotics and automated equipment

· Troubleshoot PLC controls with electrical components servo-drives, motors, wiring and panels.

· Review and make PLC program changes on Siemens, Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi and other machining PLC programs.

· Capture and document changes and update prints as needed

· Lead, coordinate and facilitate troubleshooting electrical issues, problem resolution as it relates to equipment downtime, throughput improvement or any safety concerns, establish, maintain, update and administer electrical control plans.

· Participate in all aspects of simultaneous engineering efforts to improve current processes and new projects; and perform any related tasks as needed.

· The Controls Engineer will work closely with maintenance groups, trades and business unit leaders.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent BS in a related technical discipline (e.g. mathematics, physics, engineering technology).

• Strong computer skills must be proficient in MS-Office, Auto-CAD.

• Possess strong problem-solving skills (Kaizen and root cause analysis).

• English language competency required with good written and verbal communication skills.

• Knowledge and experience with automated production equipment (Reading electrical prints).

• Must be self-directed and willing to work any shift.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred candidate shall have 2 or more years manufacturing experience in automotive assembly, machining/die casting, etc.