Automation and PLC Engineer; Controls

Overview

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Automation and PLC Engineer (Controls).

• Analyze, research, design, develop and test our equipment, materials and processes.

• Devise modeling and measuring techniques, troubleshoot machine control problems and facilitate software and process design that satisfies customer needs.

• Solid knowledge of mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods and other principles of science and physics.

• Create PLC and HMI programs, create hardware designs and modifications.

• Knowledge of general programming practices.

• Ability to understand and create electrical / controls drawings.

• Excellent computer skills; must work well with others in a team setting.

• Understanding existing processes and improving utilizing controls "tools" to automate.

• Willingness to learn and become proficient with all aspects of control engineering job functions.

• Completing assigned work orders, which define specific tasks.

• Knowledge of Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000 and RS View Studio.

• Knowledge of Fanuc robots, and robotic system programming.

• Knowledge of hardware devices: relays, VFDs, sensors, basic controls devices.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering or must be currently attending college as a senior.

• Background in control networks, including Ethernet/IP.

• Familiarity with plant manufacturing including electrical / controls technology in a production and processing environment, RS232 and RS485 protocol, vision and barcode scanning systems.

• Experience in Automation Controls Programming with PLC Ladder Logic Systems and HMI.