Dana Incorporated

Senior Controls Engineer

Dana Incorporated • $92K — $110K *
Henderson, KY 42420In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred
  • 5+ years of controls experience in a manufacturing setting
  • Proficient in troubleshooting/programming Fanuc robotics
  • Skilled in troubleshooting/programming Allen Bradley systems
  • Ability to work flexible shifts and overtime if needed
  • Understanding of Ethernet networks relevant to PLC interfaces.

Responsibilities

  • Install and provide technical support for various PLC and HMI hardware/software
  • Design and engineer programmable logic controls for manufacturing production equipment
  • Direct electrical assembly activities, including panel fabrication and wiring
  • Evaluate and approve new equipment PLC programs for functionality and documentation
  • Troubleshoot machine issues, including electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
  • Maintain electrical design and schematics using AutoCAD
  • Integrate third-party equipment and peripherals into existing systems.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Flexible work schedule to accommodate business needs
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork
  • Potential for career advancement in automation and controls technology.
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Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC, HMI, safety, servo, and vision-based hardware and software including, but not limited to: RSLogix 500/5000, Siemens, AVIX View, FT View Studio, SICK, Keyence, etc
  • Machine vision experience and knowledge (Keyence, Cognex, Datalogic, etc)
  • Must be able to determine correct size of electrical components for PLC or PC based systems.
  • Have a working knowledge of HMI (Human Machine Interface) devices.
  • Design and engineering of programmable logic controls (PLC's) and modifications for a wide variety of manufacturing production equipment
  • Experience with Automation motion devices. Servo motors and controllers, variable frequence drives.
  • Direct electrical assembly activities such as panel fabrication and component wiring
  • Evaluate and approve new equipment electrical and PLC programs for accuracy, function, completeness and documentation.
  • To assist in the troubleshooting of machine malfunctions to include electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Must be able to interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot wiring circuits.
  • Develop/ Maintain electrical design, schematics, and drawings in AutoCAD
  • Capable of troubleshooting hard-wired relay logic machine control panels. This includes field repairs, i.e., replacing existing components and wiring.
  • Have a working knowledge and experience with multiple phase electrical systems, including electrical distribution systems consisting of buss and switchgear equipment.
  • Systems integration of 3rd party equipment and peripherals
  • Must have good understanding of Ethernet networks as it pertains to PLC interfaces.


Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred
  • 5+ years of Controls experience in a manufacturing facility
  • Experience in Fanuc robotics troubleshooting/programming
  • Experience in Allen Bradley troubleshooting/programming
  • Minimal travel may be required
  • Willing and able to work a flexible shift and overtime hours based on business needs
  • Understanding of Ethernet networks as it pertains to PLC interfaces.

About Dana Incorporated

Dana Incorporated is a global supplier of drivetrain and e-propulsion systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment. The company's products include axles, driveshafts, transmissions, and electrodynamic technologies. Dana Incorporated serves customers in the automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. The company operates through four segments: Light Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Commercial Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Off-Highway Drive and Motion Technologies, and Power Technologies. Dana Incorporated was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio.
Learn more about Dana Incorporated
Size
38,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$31 million
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$7.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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