STEM degree with 5+ years in manufacturing/automation, tooling, and program management.
Proficiency in Python, REACT, FastAPI, and MQTT is advantageous.
Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
Familiarity with robot programming, preferably Fanuc.
Knowledge in database development and management.
Experience in process engineering and project management.
Understanding of IT networking infrastructure and IoT devices.
Responsibilities
Develop corporate standards and project criteria for SCADA systems.
Provide expertise in integrating large-scale SCADA systems using Ignition.
Manage third-party integrators for SCADA network deployment.
Troubleshoot scripts, SQL queries, and network issues.
Coordinate tasks with assembly and controls engineers across various technologies.
Prioritize tasks based on urgency and deadlines.
Investigate PLC code to enhance data transmission to SCADA.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in automotive manufacturing.
Travel opportunities to various plant locations for hands-on implementation.
Full Job Description
Reports to: VP of Supply Chain
Job Summary:
The Sr. Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, configuring, and deploying SCADA systems using Ignition in automotive manufacturing environments. You will assist in defining and deploying the corporate standard SCADA solution to new manufacturing lines. You will support various teams of engineers and technical personnel in developing, training, and troubleshooting tasks. Requirements include integrator, end user (Plant) and contractor coordination. The Senior Controls Engineer will ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Required Education and Experience:
STEM degree with minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing/automation, tooling, & program management.
Experience with Python, REACT, FastAPI, MQTT will be an asset.
Previous experience with application developing in a team environment
Allen Bradley, and Siemens PLC experience
Robot programming experience (Preferable Fanuc)
Database development and management experience
Process engineering knowledge or experience.
Project management experience.
Understanding and experience with IT networking infrastructure
Previous working experience with IoT devices
Fluent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, Catia, UG)
Must be a detail-oriented, results-driven individual with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and the ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines.
Must be able to work collaboratively and cooperatively, take direction, work well in a team environment, and interact with all levels of management, engineering, systems, operations, and field personnel.
Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility in managing multiple projects.
Strong communicator in the English language, both written and oral
Demonstratedleadership skills
Essential Functions:
Develop Corporate Standards, scope of work, design criteria and project standards.
Provide expertise on best practices for integrating large scale SCADA systems using Inductive Automation's Ignition.
Contracting and managing 3rd party integrators for deployment of SCADA networks.
Troubleshooting scripts, SQL queries, OPC connection issues, network issues, etc.
Coordinating tasks with Corporate Assembly and Controls Engineers and work with a wide array of technologies from equipment PLCs /robots to high level IT applications.
Prioritizing tasks on time requirement and urgency
Investigating Siemens and Allen Bradley PLC code to understand and improve the data being sent to SCADA
Design, Develop, and Integrate Andon Vision Screens and Perspective Screens
Work Environment:
Both office setting and production environment
Will require travel to plants for implementation/troubleshooting
Disclaimer:
This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. The Company may exercise its employment at will right at any time
