Process Controls Engineer

Job Description

As a member of the Engineering team, the Process Controls Engineer will be responsible for leading and supporting controls, automation, and implementation of projects from prototype to production phase.

• Design, develop, and streamline electrical controls systems, general circuitry, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, and machinery in the plant using AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electric, HMI software/design, and E‑Plan.
• Program, install, and provide technical troubleshooting support for PLC ladder‑logic based hardware and software applications throughout the plant.
• Provide controls and systems engineering support for emergency and unscheduled repairs of production equipment during peak and off‑peak runs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional groups, plant engineers, and maintenance supervisors to complete projects on time and within schedule.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, machinery assembly drawings, create component hardware BOMs, and determine additional system/hardware components for electrical control system design and circuitry diagrams for maintenance and service.
• Diagnose process and machinery problems using root cause analysis techniques, replace or repair parts, and test and adjust as required.
• Assist with compliance of plant safety regulations such as Arc Flash Electrical Safety (NFPA‑70E), LOTO, Energized Work Permits, and Safe Cell Entry.

• Experience and working knowledge of CNC/FANUC machines.
• 3–5+ years of electrical controls/system engineering industry experience.
• Strong ladder logic skills, preferably Allen‑Bradley Systems; PLC5, SLC, and Control Logix 5000‑5580.
• Strong HMI design skills.
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP and basic networking.
• Working knowledge of plant power distribution equipment and controls.
• Experience with robot teach points and programming code.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronic engineering or related field.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing, JIT.

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using the applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.