Controls and Automation Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION Controls & Automation Engineer

At Adient, we value your character just as much as your qualifications. For us, this is more than a job - it's a commitment to ownership, teamwork, and impact. We are building a global community where every employee is empowered to make a difference.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees - regardless of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy caste, disability, union membership, ethnicity, religious beliefs, or career stage - can clearly see how their work contributes to our customers and consumers around the world.

If you are passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and advancing smart manufacturing technologies, we invite you to join our team.

• Maintain the integrity, reliability, and performance of machine and equipment control systems across the campus.
• Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-based control systems.
• Develop, maintain, and modify:
  • PLC programs (Rockwell SLC 500, Logix 5000, Siemens Step
    7)
  • Ladder logic and function block programming
  • Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot SCADA systems interfacing with PLCs and MS SQL databases, including Ignition platforms
  • Review, diagnose, and troubleshoot existing control programs in response to production, maintenance, or customer-related issues

• Plan, design, and coordinate automation solutions for new and existing manufacturing equipment.
• Lead full automation system integration including:
  Robotics, Vision systems, Servo motion control, Automated material handling systems.
• Develop and implement standardized automation architectures to improve scalability, reliability, and long‑term maintainability.
• Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including data collection strategies and system connectivity to enterprise platforms such as MES systems, SQL databases, and reporting tools.

• Develop equipment specifications with emphasis on electrical and controls systems.
• Create and review electrical schematics, panel layouts, and control cabinet designs for new and modified equipment.
• Support PC systems, servers, industrial networking and communications infrastructure, including serial/parallel networks, Ethernet/IP, Profi Net, and related protocols.

• Collaborate closely with production and maintenance teams to support daily operations and drive long‑term performance improvements.
• Identify and implement automation and controls enhancements to improve safety, quality, uptime, and overall operational efficiency.
• Mentor and train maintenance and engineering personnel on controls and automation systems.
• Complete all required training as mandated by Adient and its customers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field) required.
• Non‑degree candidates may be considered with 7+ years of relevant manufacturing controls and automation experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably within automotive or other high‑volume manufacturing environments.

• PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens)
• SCADA development and maintenance (Ignition preferred)
• MS SQL and data‑driven automation
• Industrial networking and communications
• Robotics and automated systems integration
• Electrical design and documentation
• Python programming language

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and root‑cause problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts
• Effective time management and a customer‑focused mindset
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team‑based, participative environment

1st

Shift: 7:00 a.m.

- 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (weekend work may be required based on overtime needs).

Must be available for on‑call support after regular shift hours and participate in a rotating weekend on‑call schedule.

PRIMARY LOCATION Lakewood