CONTROLS ENGINEER

Job Title : Controls Engineer
Job Location : Warren Michigan
Employment Type : Full Time/Direct Hire with Full benefits
Pay Rate : $90-$110k / Year

The Company:

• The company is a global leader in powertrain system solutions, specializing in advanced mechanical
• and electronic technologies. With a strong emphasis on speed, responsiveness, flexibility, and
• entrepreneurial awareness, we are dedicated to delivering top-notch products to our customers. Our
• world-class engineering and production facilities allow us to provide innovative solutions that exceed
• industry standards. The company's commitment to excellence drives us to create products that
• enhance the automotive industry.
• Our Global Pump Group is strategically positioned to serve OE and Tier-1 customers worldwide, with
• engineering and development centers in China, and Warren, Michigan, USA.

Products:
? Engine Oil Pumps (Electric, Fixed & Variable)
? Transmission Oil Pumps (Electric, Fixed & Variable)
? Vacuum Pumps (Electric and Mechanical)
? Water Pumps (Electric and Mechanical)
? Tandem Pumps (Featuring Patented Shaft Technology)
? Electric Solutions (Driveline, Stop/Start)
? Pump/Shaft Modules
? Front Cover Module
? Pump Solenoid/VB Modules
? Camshafts
Summary:

• Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Controls Engineer will serve as an automation and assembly specialist in the design, construction,
• and implementation of assembly equipment control systems and standards. Leads activities
• concerned with the development and implementation of assembly equipment control systems and
• standards to fulfill the production requirements for new and current programs

• Design electrical schematics, encompassing controls, safety, power circuits, pneumatic
• systems, bill of materials, and panel layouts for custom automation systems, meeting both
• internal and customer specifications. Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to integrate
• electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical designs.
• Conduct equipment diagnostics and design using PLC and HMI, applying a broad knowledge
• of technical principles to ensure safety, performance, and reliability.
• Provide expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems.
• Assist in the creation and review of FMEAs and Control Plans.
• Continuously analyze products and processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction and
• efficiency improvement.
• Test, troubleshoot, and debug automation systems, adhering to internal test scripts and
• customer-provided factory acceptance test protocols.
• Create and edit operation and troubleshooting manuals for automation systems.
• Provide support to the Engineering team by contributing to costing, electrical and controls
• concepts for new applications.
• Ensure adherence to project budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
• Coordinate and conduct validations, including Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational
• Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).
• Investigate and implement new methods, layouts, equipment, and process analyses to
• enhance overall plant operations.
• Develop and implement work instructions and standardization of processes.
• Troubleshoot processes that are prone to frequent or major production problems.
• Offer technical support to various departments, including manufacturing, engineering, quality,
• marketing, customer service, and management as needed.
• Participate in "special projects" as required.
• Comply with OSHA safety and health regulations, as well as other federal, state, and local
• regulations related to environmental, industrial and electrical mandates.

Leadership Expectations:

• Strategically Positions the Business:
• Understand customer-specific requirements and define the personnel and technical resources
• necessary to deliver on-time, high-quality service and meet customer expectations, thereby
• accelerating revenue growth and increasing customer satisfaction.
• Delivers Results:
• Be accountable for forecasting and delivering monthly financial performance metrics related to
• revenue, labor, and costs, aligning with annual plan objectives.
• Leads Effectively:
• Lead and facilitate customer-facing communication, proactively resolving issues through close
• collaboration with sales, engineering, manufacturing, quality, outside vendors, and other key
• stakeholders.
• Talent Development:
• Champion the Leadership Development framework by sourcing, developing, and retaining a diverse
• talent pipeline, identifying key leaders for future roles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Electrical, or Mechanical) preferred.
• A minimum of 4+ years of related work experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role in a
• a high-volume manufacturing environment is required.
• Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLC systems is a mandatory requirement.
• Experience with ignition and other “middleware” preferred.
• Experience with LabView preferred.
• Experience with SQL data management preferred.
• Strong ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, safety rules, operating and
• maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong working knowledge of Process Flow, Control Plan, PFMEA, Statistical Process, and
• Machine Controls.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles
• Strong Knowledge of ISO 14001/TS 16949.
• Ability to execute detailed, complex oral or written instructions.
• Proficiency in applying problem-solving techniques to address complex issues.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD or other drafting software. Electrical and mechanical knowledge.

Controls Engineer:

• Must haves (keywords): Allen Bradley PLC experience (also RSLogix), HMI, Must be proficient at
• PLC (Can work independently, Can teach others)
• No sponsorships available at this time (US Citizen/Green Card preferred, No H1Bs, TN visas may
• be considered, but, will need to be a rockstar)
• Job Titles: Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Software Engineer (Must have PLC
• experience). AVOID Robotics Engineers (different background)