Controls & Automation Engineer
Controls Engineering
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.
Automation Engineering
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.
Electrical & System Design
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 ProfiNet and related protocols.
Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
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 training as mandated by Adient and its customers.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical Controls Automation Mechatronics or related field) (link removed)>
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.
Technical Expertise:
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
Core Competencies:
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