Controls Engineer

## Controls Engineer Apply locations:
Eastaboga, ALtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-28917
** JOB DESCRIPTION
**** Controls Engineer

Job Duties:

*** The Controls Engineer will Support the maintenance department by assisting in the
* troubleshooting* of equipment issues, which includes
* troubleshooting
* * PLC* ladder logic and data handling functions in Control Logix processors.
* Maintain
* PLC* documentation upon receipt from equipment suppliers and an archive of
* PLC* programs and machine controls drawings in an electronic and/or paper format and throughout facility.
* Maintain,
* troubleshoot*, repair and improve automated equipment including devices, I/O, instruments and all other components associate with automated processes to meet production and safety goals.
* Support various I/O devices connected to
* PLC*’s including HMI’s, scanners, remote I/O, sensors, relays, solenoids, servo drives, etc., and support/assist maintenance personnel in
* troubleshooting* pneumatic circuits.
* Improve equipment uptime and contribute to Plant reliability maintenance.
* Schedule and complete backups of all electronic machine control and robotic programs on set schedule and develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance Programs.
* Ability to diagnose problems with hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems interfacing with electrical and electronic systems.
* Apply knowledge of electronic and instrumentation principles to determine equipment malfunctions and apply skills in restoring equipment to operation.
* Implement and maintain data collection system from Plant floor processing equipment. Identify and implement error-proofing requirements throughout the production process.
* Part of multi-disciplinary Plant Team to determine continuous improvement strategies.
* Identify and plan for process impact(s) as a result of engineering and launch changes.
* Participate in 8D or similar root-cause based problem solving tasks to ensure that abnormalities, when observed, are acted upon to resolve root-causes.
* Contribute to specifications for equipment purchases, which include review and commentary on equipment controls drawings prior to build approval.
*
* Required Experience:

*** Degree in Engineering/Electrical field preferred, or equivalent additional experience
* 3+ years related Controls Engineering experience inside manufacturing; automotive JIT experience preferred. Flexible for someone early in career with internship/co-ops.
* Allen Bradley PLC's experience is a must. Strong PLC Trouble-Shooting with some Programmable skills
* Strong Fanuc Robotics & Automation preferred
* Working Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus
* Proficient with Electrical Control Voltage & Wiring Methods is a plus
** There are 2 openings - 1st Shift & 2nd Shift (5pm-2am) - Must be flexible*
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