Job Summary :
Our client in Redford, MI is looking for an Automation Engineer General. This is a contract position.
What You Will Do :
IIOT Software Development Controls Engineer : Provide a strong skillset and background in code and application development.
Complete IIOT (Industrial Internet of Things) and Industrial Controls Application Solution Development for Focused Projects and Defined Priorities.
Lead projects supporting manufacturing business units leveraging advanced technologies supporting MTDC (Manufacturing Technology Development Center) initiatives, delivering key capabilities as required.
Collaborate with cross functional teams (MFG, PD, R&A, Suppliers) to deliver planned project deliverables Benchmark new advanced technologies and develop supplier partnerships to benefit future state applications.
Teach / Coach / Mentor and document technical knowledge.
Provide technical leadership to peers and management to assure the delivery of system performance. Ensure the identification of lessons learned and their application to subsequent systems.
Interface with the Manufacturing Operations to understand their technical challenges and opportunities.
Basics :
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline.
- 2+ years code development experience in controls-based solutions Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Direct experience with manufacturing (Plant, Vehicle, Powertrain, EV Battery Operations).
- Ability to work in a team environment, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Siemens TIA Portal Software code development experience and working knowledge of SCL or STL language.
- Development Mindset being able to code and develop from scratch.
- Highly motivated self-starter.
- Ability to think outside the box to generate feasible and beneficial solutions to tackle complex problems.
- Ability to generate new ideas to improve upon existing (legacy / traditional) processes within Manufacturing.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to work in a team using Agile Scrum methodology and take direction from scrum leader.
Preferred :
- Working knowledge of Rockwell RSLogix.
- Knowledge of Mfg 4.0 (Industry 4.0) key principles data collection, AI, machine learning, IIoT, Networking and Controls architectures including reading / editing.
- Engineering Documents Knowledge and experience with IT Systems.
- Desire to learn and switch between programming languages.
- 2+ years code development experience using Object-Oriented programming language (JavaScript, Java, C#, Swift, etc.).
- Web application code development experience (HTML5, CSS, etc.).
How You Will Be Successful :
- Envision the Future
- Communicate Honestly and Broadly
- Seek Technology and Business First
- Embrace Diversity and Take Risks
What We Offer :
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Discounts
- Free training on all Altair products