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Engineering Specialist - Controls Off Shift
Engineering Specialist - Controls Off ShiftFord Motor Company • Dearborn, MI, US
Engineering Specialist - Controls Off Shift

Engineering Specialist - Controls Off Shift

Ford Motor Company • Dearborn, MI, US
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Overview

Engineering Specialist - Controls Off Shift at Ford Motor Company. As part of the Manufacturing team, you'll help build world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles by developing and maintaining control systems, processes, and automation to improve efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate resources to identify root causes and fixes, and break down problems into verifiable items.
  • Design, validate, and implement control systems and vision-related solutions; review risk assessments and evaluate equipment safety as part of a team.
  • Read and modify electrical prints and schematics; work with AutoCAD.
  • Program and install automation, machinery, material handling, and robots; reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements.
  • Update program backups for machinery and automation; manage installations and maintenance of virus protection software for controls network PCs; perform PC backups and firmware / software updates.
  • Review cycle times using plant monitoring software, follow up on project installations, and ensure quality and delivery improvements.
  • Assist in training manufacturing personnel and plant electricians.
  • Maintain familiarity with OA, CPN / MPN networks and relevant communication protocols; ensure connectivity for wired and wireless networks.
  • Ensure safety and compliance through reviewing risk assessments and maintaining equipment safety standards.

Qualifications

  • Required : High School Diploma or GED; 2 or more years of Controls Engineering experience (internships and co-op experience considered).
  • Preferred : Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls or Automation Engineering; electrical background (electrician or technician) preferred.
  • Experience with PLC / CNC (Siemens / Allen-Bradley), VFD, Servo, Profinet, and ABB; solid understanding of laser marking / burning.
  • Ability to read blueprints, modify electrical schematics, and use AutoCAD; troubleshoot equipment and drive continuous process improvement.
  • Experience with conveyor systems, overhead gantry, and networking (DH+, Ethernet, remote IO).
  • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience; knowledge of 5S, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, Value Stream Mapping; familiarity with 8D, FMEA, and DMAIC; exposure to TQM and Kaizen.
  • MS Office (Word / Excel / PowerPoint / Outlook) proficiency; knowledge of simulation modeling and visual factory management is a plus.

    • Benefits and Work Life

  • Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Flexible family care, parental leave, subsidized back-up child care, and related programs.
  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
  • Tuition assistance; paid time off for individual and team community service; generous paid holidays.
  • Paid time off with option to purchase additional vacation time.

    • Additional Information

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability can be requested at 1-888-336-0660.

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