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Controls Engineer – Body
Slate Auto. Resolve controls, automation, and equipment issues affecting the Body Department .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, and automation systems integration, with a strong focus on improving safety, quality, and operational efficiency in manufacturing environments. Proficient in root cause analysis and cross-functional collaboration to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
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PLC ProgrammingHMI DevelopmentAllen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogixRoot Cause AnalysisManufacturing Automation
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Hard Skills
PLC ProgrammingHMI DevelopmentAllen-Bradley PLCsStudio 5000FactoryTalk ViewEquipment CommissioningFault DiagnosticsProcess OptimizationElectrical Schematics InterpretationRobot Integration
Soft Skills
Cross-Functional CollaborationCommunicationProject ManagementTechnical Discussion Leadership
Tools & Technologies
EtherNet/IP NetworksMES IntegrationAutomated Inspection SystemsSafety Interlocks
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing ControlsAutomationAutomotive Body ManufacturingProcess ControlEquipment Performance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Resolve controls, automation, and equipment issues affecting the Body Department
- Develop and optimize PLC, HMI, and equipment control systems to improve safety, quality, cycle time, and reliability
- Support automated equipment, tooling, conveyors, and material handling through control logic and system integration
- Review control sequences and equipment risks; analyze process data to identify and implement improvements
- Support equipment design reviews, commissioning, validation builds, and Launch/Model Year Change activities
- Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and equipment integrators to resolve controls issues and improve equipment performance
- Coordinate control system integration, equipment modifications, and model change-over activities
- Work with EHS and Engineering to validate safety circuits, interlocks, and equipment operating modes
- Partner with IT to support industrial networks, production data collection, and MES integration
- Follow Engineering standards and change management requirements
- Implement and maintain process interlocks, error-proofing, parameter monitoring, and traceability
- Monitor process indicators and address controls-related deviations to prevent defects
- Support integration and validation of automated inspection and process control systems
- Analyze equipment data and recurring faults to support root cause analysis and performance improvements
- Maintain program backups, electrical schematics, network documentation, and equipment recovery procedures
- Document and validate control system changes
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor of Science in Electronics, Controls, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering
- Technical training in PLCs, robotics, industrial networks, or machine safety preferred
- 6+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing controls and automation, preferably in automotive Body manufacturing
- Hands-on experience programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning Allen-Bradley PLCs and safety controllers using Studio 5000, and HMIs using FactoryTalk View, required
- Experience integrating robots, welding systems, conveyors, and inspection equipment
- Experience supporting equipment commissioning, production launches, and modifications with suppliers and integrators
- Proficiency in Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix, GuardLogix, Studio 5000, and FactoryTalk View required
- Strong understanding of equipment sequencing, fault diagnostics, recovery, cycle time optimization, and OEE
- Working knowledge of EtherNet/IP networks and industrial device integration
- Understanding of machine safety, safety interlocks, and safe equipment operation
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, network diagrams, and technical documentation
- Working knowledge of robot interfaces, MES integration, and production traceability
- Strong root cause analysis, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and lead technical discussions
- Siemens PLC/HMI experience preferred but not required
- Ability to work on the production floor more than 50% of the time
- Flexibility to support additional controls and automation responsibilities as needed
- Must be willing to relocate to Warsaw, Indiana
Benefits
Comp & perks- Relocation assistance will be provided
- Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer
- Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities