Controls Engineer

Category Operations ## Job Location 13112 Oneida Road, Grand Ledge, Michigan ## Tracking Code 11198 ## Position Type Full-Time/Regular AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe. Our core value, "We, not I," reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace where independent thinking is encouraged, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress. To help us drive excellence: As a Controls Engineer, you will be accountable to maintain PLC based controls systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation, and support Plant floor automation control systems for new and existing equipment. - Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities. - Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to enhance continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and overall production initiatives. - Hands-on knowledge of PLC, ABB, advanced HMI programming, Fanuc and Motorman. - Develop and support motor drive configuration for servo, variable frequency, and DC systems. - Design of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic controls systems for new and retrofit equipment. - Work on Plant floor as needed with multi-disciplinary team to troubleshoot to resolve automation issues to maintain/improve production efficiency. - This position reports to the Maintenance Manager. SUCCESS FACTORS: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, Automation or Mechatronics Engineering. Open for equivalent years of experience as Controls Engineer. - 5+ years of experience as Controls Engineer in automotive manufacturing; strongly preferred welding assembly facility. - Exceptional knowledge of PLC, ABB, advanced HMI programming, Fanuc and Motorman. - Advanced electrical/mechanical aptitude, working with electrical/controls circuitry and schematics in a manufacturing environment. - Strong problem-solving, self-starter, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills within a multi-disciplinary manufacturing environment. - Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing methodologies are a strong plus. - Advance proficiency with MS OFFICE, ERP, AutoCAD systems. CAD a plus. If this position aligns with your current/next career goals, apply, continue to build your career, and make valuable contributions to our Grand Ledge Maintenance Team! WHY YOU WILL ENJOY WORKING HERE: Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and up to 15 paid holidays annually, thanks to our generous holiday and holiday bridge schedule. We also provide a tool allowance for our Skilled Trades Associates. Relocation Assistance: Our company offers comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for our Skilled Trades and Salaried positions. Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being. Growth Opportunit