Sr Controls Engineer
American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc.
Job Posting Title Sr Controls Engineer Job Description Summary Leads the design, testing, installation, and maintenance of large-scale electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing. Applications are complex, requiring cross-disciplinary integration and wide application of concepts. Job Description: Designs and recommends the control system architecture, products, components, and applications used in manufacturing processes; identifies and resolves system integration and interface issues. Evaluates new and emerging manufacturing and control technologies, adapting into specifications as appropriate. Confirms control system functionality, including appropriate safety compliance, by designing and/or executing test procedures. Prepares and/or reviews electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls drawings; collaborates with related engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, and suppliers. Ensures integrity of process and build data collection. Provides information to manufacturing, process, and other engineering disciplines by answering questions and requests. Keeps equipment operating by performing periodic audits; troubleshooting breakdowns; requesting supplies; defining and reviewing preventive maintenance plans; calling for repairs; and implementing process improvements. Manages supplier development and delivery. Maintains project documents using approved methodology, tools, and templates. Works on multiple, complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance. All other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Education BA/BS degree (preferred) in engineering or related discipline 10+ years of experience in the automation industry Programming Logic Controllers (PLC) (e.g. Allen-Bradley, Siemens) Familiar with Industry Standards UL and CE Familiar with Vision Systems (e.g. Cognex, Keyence) Familiar with various Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g. IAI, Yasakawa) Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues Must be shift flexible Ability to work well with others Good attendance Negative pre-employment and random drug test About Dauch: Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit to learn more. Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e‑mail View email address on click.appcast.io. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc.
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