Controls Engineer- Riverside, MO, USA

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Job Summary

• Develop, maintain, and support automation control systems that are integral to the production process for the assembly of automotive seating and overhead systems. This role is suited for an entry to mid-level controls engineer with hands-on PLC troubleshooting and programming experience.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Continuous Improvement & Quality
• Participate in PFMEA analysis.
• Support Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in identifying and implementing error-proofing (poka-yoke) solutions throughout the production process.
• Participate in 8D or similar root-cause-based problem-solving activities.
• Identify abnormalities and support corrective actions to resolve root causes.

• Engineering & Process Support

• Support evaluation of process impacts resulting from engineering changes.
• Assist in equipment specification reviews and controls design discussions.
• Review equipment controls drawings and provide feedback as needed.

• Controls & Automation Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, program, and diagnose PLC systems.
• Troubleshoot PLC ladder logic and data handling functions in ControlLogix processors.
• Support modifications and improvements to PLC programs.
• Maintain PLC documentation received from equipment suppliers.
• Maintain backups and archives of PLC programs.
• Support and troubleshoot I/O devices connected to PLCs, including: HMIs Scanners Remote I/O Sensors Relays Solenoids
• Apply basic electronic and instrumentation principles to diagnose and restore equipment operation.

• Maintenance & Technical Support

• Support the Maintenance Department with equipment troubleshooting.
• Assist in troubleshooting pneumatic circuits and automation-related equipment issues.

• Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

• Education and Experience

• 4–5 years of experience in controls or automation.
• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is a plus but not required.
• Experience with: Allen-Bradley PLC platforms Studio 5000 software ControlLogix systems
• Experience troubleshooting, programming, and diagnosing PLC systems.
• Able to work on C Crew: Fri & Sat - 6:00am to 4:30pm; Sun & Mon 6:00pm - 4:30am

PRIMARY LOCATION

Riverside MO