Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service.

We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to :

• Ability to perform all machine controls related activities as they pertain to machine installation, modifications, and repair.
• Ability to work with Allen Bradley, Microview Software, and Faunc Progamming
• Motoman Robotic Programming.
• Complete design of electrical control systems including creation of electrical schematics using AutoCAD for new and retrofit welding and assembly equipment
• Understand and adhere to all safety guidelines as required by OSHA and specified in the AUTOKINITON mechanical / electrical standard (BMES) document.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment and assist maintenance personnel with production equipment repair.
• Must be able to read, use, develop, and modify electrical circuit drawings and schematics and maintain equipment drawing packets.
• Must be able to use tools and equipment to fabricate brackets and fixtures for controls related projects.
• Basic understanding of PLC programming principles and techniques with consideration for operator and equipment safety.
• Understands various controls communications protocols and be able to identify the proper communication driver and cabling for establishing an online device to device or device to programming terminal connection.
• Basic understanding of HMI programming principles and related software packages.
• Understand robotics programming, hardware and be able to integrate manipulators and controllers with production equipment.
• Understand and adhere to wiring standards as specified in NFPA 79 (NEC) code books and use best practices for wiring equipment.
• Will periodically backup Robot, HMI, and PLC programs.
• Understand controls related sensors and other misc. hardware and be able to specify and procure components for projects.
• Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.)
• Keeps work areas clean and orderly.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Able and willing to work any shift assigned, weekends and overtime.

This full-time salary role is a part of our Belleville Plant 2 team and reports to the Maintenance Manager

Required experience :

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or two years plus related experience and / or training;

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working conditions :

We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be :

This position is located at our Belleville Plant 2 in Belleville, MI offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features :

• Lakes and Parks
• Restaurants and Dining
• Close to highways (I-94 and I-275)

Why you’ll enjoy working here :

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance : Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far.

We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

• Growth Opportunities : Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development : We empower all our Associates from entry-level to senior-level with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.
12 days ago