Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer at Amsted Automotive. Join our innovative team as a Controls Engineer, applying advanced systems knowledge to support high‑automated assembly processes and continuous improvement.

Who We Are

Amsted Automotive is an employee‑owned organization committed to fostering innovation and collaboration across our automotive technologies. We value every team member’s contributions and share in the success of the company.

What’s In It For You

We provide a supportive environment where employees thrive, with a range of benefits designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security.

Health and Wellness

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Telehealth
• Onsite health screenings
• Mental health resources
• Employee Assistance Program that includes counseling and support services for mental health, family support, financial advice, legal guidance, and more

Financial Benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
• Life and Disability Insurance

Work‑Life Balance

• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• 14 Annual Company Paid Holidays

Professional Development

• Training Programs
• Education Expense Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Additional Benefits

• Pet Insurance and Discount Program
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Recognition and Rewards
• Community Involvement
• Workplace Giving Matching Gift Program

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Controls Engineer to support manufacturing quality and efficiency. The role involves troubleshooting equipment, analyzing data, and driving cost‑effective solutions for continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Provide engineering support for high automated assembly processes.
• Identify/implement cost reduction programs for capital expenditures.
• Utilize data such as downtime, scrap, efficiencies, etc. to plan and strategize countermeasures for equipment and process problems.
• Analyze and interpret data to make rational decisions when troubleshooting equipment issues, and organize those thoughts into a detailed plan, incorporating peers, and executing the plan to a conclusion.
• Help the company grow by being a proactive participant in the APQP/Gemba process.
• Maintain/update electrical drawings.
• Support manufacturing:
  • Training of operators/maintenance personnel
  • Troubleshooting equipment
  • Setup / work area design
  • Ergonomics/safety
• Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines.
• Exemplary verbal/written communication skills.
• Well organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to organize, assemble and guide a team to accomplish tasks.
• All other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, or Associate Technical Degree in Robotic Automation/Computer Sciences.

Experience

• 8 years of on‑the‑job experience in controls, primarily focused on machine design / machine build.

Skills, Certifications, and Abilities

• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics / prints and how these systems interact.
• Ability to adapt to / learn new controls technology and software.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others in everyday and high‑stress situations.
• Understanding and communicating technical details.
• Knowledge of multi‑axis servo systems.
• Hands‑on robotics knowledge (startup, shutdown, teaching).
• Industrial vision systems / sensors (Cognex, Keyence).
• Basic networking knowledge and application.
• Fieldbus Technologies (ex: Ethernet/IP, Ether CAT, I/O Link, Modbus).
• Interfacing and communication with devices; analog, fieldbus, etc.
• Software Expertise:
  • AutoCAD (electrical/pneumatic detailing)
  • Rockwell Suite (Studio 5000, Factory Talk, RSLogix)
  • MS Office Suite

Essential Physical Demands

• Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending and stooping.
• Usage of a computer and other office machinery such as a calculator, copy machine and printer.
• Excellent vision and manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Strong hand‑eye coordination.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing and office environment.
• Must be able to work necessary overtime if required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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