Controls Engineer

Detroit, MI
Contracted
Experienced
Controls Engineer
(Contract for Client)

SIGMADESIGN has collaborated with a global automotive manufacturer seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their facility in Detroit Michigan. This organization is the largest heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America and a leading producer of medium-duty trucks and specialized commercial vehicles

While on contract with SIGMADESIGN, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
  • Multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance including some with FSA and HSA
  • 401(k) with up to 4% company match
  • 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • Voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
  • $110k - $116k annually, DOE

Primary Function:
The Controls Engineer maintains the operational readiness of all machining equipment, working cross-functionally with Maintenance Supervisors & Mechanical Engineers, Skilled Trades Leaders, and Operations & Quality Department support team members.


Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoot, modify, and support hardware and software for PLC, CNC, HMI, and Robot controls.
  • Troubleshoot, modify, and support device level networks.
  • Troubleshoot, modify, and support servo and variable frequency drive hardware and software.
  • Implement and support machining monitoring systems with emphasis on interfacing to higher level systems.
  • Apply controls technology to new and existing processes to provide optimal machining solutions.
  • Specify, manage, and assist with control designs for new machining equipment procurement.
  • Provide controls technical assistance and support to machining operations.
  • Support a collaborative team of Skilled Trades, Supervisors & Process Engineers in the diagnosing & repairs of CNC and Assembly Machining Operations.
  • Assist Skilled Tradesmen in use of technical drawings & OEM documentation needed to troubleshoot faults, diagnose equipment failure, and facilitate repairs.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, skills, & abilities)
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field, or in lieu of degree; 8 years functional working experience.
  • Proficient in manufacturing equipment hardware and software design practices & standards (i.e. PLC’s HMI’s, servo systems, robotics, vision systems, etc.)
  • Proficient with PC hardware and commercially available software.
  • Knowledge of networks & database operations.
  • Knowledge of electrical codes & standards.
  • Knowledge of safety codes and standards.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Effective oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and create drawings of building, facility infrastructure, and testing equipment.

Work Environment:
Standard office environment with normal amounts of office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation.  Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients or suppliers. 
 

SIGMADESIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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