Controls & Automation Engineer Sr. Specialist

Location:

Southfield, MI, 48033

Country/Region:
United States

Job Function:
Engineering

Requisition

As a member of the Automation team, the Automation Engineer will be responsible for leading, supporting, implementing, and managing automation projects while driving innovation in advancements.

The candidate will use their vast knowledge, experience, and resourcefulness to lead and implement automation cells and drive standards across North America. They must be able to develop the concept, aid in the mechanical‑electrical design, install, train the receiving plant, and provide ongoing support for the robot cell. The candidate must also possess the skill to project lead other integrators as a subject matter expert.

• Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager
• Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower level professionals
• Problems faced are difficult and often complex

• Bachelor’s in electrical or software engineering
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role

• Expert in RS logix 500, RS logix 5000, Factory Talk HMI, Baluff I/O link, programming.
• Fanuc Programming or basic understanding with Robotics
• Understand and communicate applicable safety standards: general industry (OSHA 1910), machine guarding, robot safety (ANSI/RIA 15.06), automated vehicles, conveyor safety
• Supporting member of risk assessments on all automated equipment
• Auto CAD Experience
• Ignition or other SCADA software
• Ability to read electrical drawings
• Coordinate and manage controls systems
• Communication with external manufacturing system /MES
• Atlas Copco Tools Talk programming and interface with torque tools
• Experience with controls and programming servo driven equipment
• Willingness to travel in North America – time traveling can be up to 50%.
• Basic experience with Vision systems to guide robot – offsets
• Develop & Completion of automation risk assessments
• Knowledgeable in MS Office

None listed.

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

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.