The career level senior process engineer is responsible for Program Execution for Machine Controls and Robotics. Work is performed in a centralized manufacturing engineering activity or assembly/plant activity where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• New program implementation/execution (SOR prep, forecasting, controls/robotics design, equipment build/run-off and buyoff)

• Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants for the production of high-quality parts.

• Manage deliveries to program timing milestones.

• Provide project report outs to senior management.

• Existing program/site support (troubleshooting, etc.)

• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all customers/plants.

• Provide technical direction to less experienced controls engineers.

• Design and troubleshooting of electrical controls systems.

• Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology.

• Travel as required.

Basic Skills - Required (5-7 years of experience as a controls/robotics engineer)

• Strong technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and the ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated basic understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process.

• Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and/or Devicenet networks

• Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives

• Provide technical expertise on the design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch, and continuous improvement of the Plant Floor systems (PFS)

• Experience in Fanuc robot's setup and programming

• Problem solving, analytical, interpersonal and communications skills required.

• Ability to design and trouble shoot electrical controls systems.

• Demonstrated Excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple challenging projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.

• Demonstrates initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others.

• Proven ability in project management skills

• Multiple different manufacturing controls and/or robotics assignments with successful individual achievements

• Ability to use computer, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems.

• Self -motivated and ability to multitask.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated understanding of plant floor work

• General knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is a plus.

• Prior work experience as controls engineers in the automotive field

Education

Bachelor's degree with major in engineering or equivalent experience/training.

Category Manufacturing

Function Engineering

Req ID JN -052024-121187