Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
3-7 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
Experience in a leadership role managing controls engineering teams
Proficient with Allen Bradley PLCs, Servo Controllers, HMI products, and software
Knowledgeable in Fanuc robots, including recovery and teaching points on a teach pendant
Ability to troubleshoot, read, and edit PLC logic and CNC programs
Responsibilities
Supervise and hold accountability for a team of controls engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget
Interface with operational personnel to gather project requirements and ensure compliance with internal standards
Track project accomplishments and communicate results to management
Sign off on testing and validation of controls engineering applications for production
Ensure proper project documentation is completed using approved methodologies and tools
Perform any other duties as required to support department objectives
Benefits
Collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional development and training
Involvement in diverse and complex projects
Exposure to the latest industry technology and practices
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Job Posting Title Controls Engineer Coordinator
Job Description Summary Oversees the design, testing, installation and maintenance of large-scale electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing. Projects range from basic to complex, requiring management of resources and independent judgment and decision-making.Develops and implements controls engineering procedures and techniques.Prepares and manages an annual budget around several projects.
Job Description:
Supervises a team of controls engineers; holds them accountable to deliver identified projects on or ahead of schedule, at or under budget, that meet internal customer requirements.
Interfaces with operational personnel throughout the project to gather requirements, ensure plan meets the requirement, and gain approval to proceed with the application and project plan.
Tracks controls engineering project accomplishments by comparing outcomes to plans; summarizing results; keeping management informed.
Signs off on the testing and validation of controls engineering applications. Authorizes applications to be put in production upon successful outcomes of tests.
Ensures project documentation is completed following the approved methodology, tools, and templates.
All other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Education
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
3-7 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
Experience in a leadership role
Experience in Allen Bradley PLC's, Servo Controllers, HMI products, and software.
Knowledge of Fanuc robots - recovery and teaching points on a teach pendant.
Troubleshoot, read, and edit PLC logic and CNC programs.
About American Axle & Manufacturing
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM) is a leading global Tier 1 automotive supplier of driveline and metal forming technologies that are used to power a wide range of vehicles. AAM’s products are found in vehicles that drive on the road, fly through the air, and even drive under the sea. AAM’s engineering, design, and manufacturing capabilities allow it to produce products that meet the needs of its customers around the world. AAM has over 25,000 associates operating at nearly 90 facilities in 17 countries to support its customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
