Sr. Controls engineer

Job Title - Senior Controls Engineer

Location - Auburn Hills, MI

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Develops and designs the controls software packages utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and/or Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI)
• Develops operation manuals that detail the functionality and set-up of the equipment being designed
• Examines and understands customer-supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications
• Ensures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the customer requirements as outlined in the approved specification
• Programs robotic and/or controls equipment per the customer specifications
• Performs preventative maintenance as requested by the customer to ensure minimum down-time and optimum operation of machines and equipment
• Assists with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other engineers
• Provides timely, required service documentation relating to all functions performed
• Provides technical support and training to the end-user at the customer facility
• Ensures products and services continue to be the benchmark within the industry
• Demonstrates a commitment to Core Beliefs
• Other duties as assigned
• Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits, electrical panel design, pneumatic design, hydraulic design, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controller), HMI's (Human Machine Interface), robot programming, VFD's (Variable Frequency Drive), servo application's, and device communication networks (DNET, ENET, and Profibus)
• Ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, as well as Google Applications (such as Gmail, Calendar and Docs)
• Ability to work onsite within the offices or at customer locations as required
• Ability to meet deadlines without endangering the safety of himself/herself or others, or the integrity of the equipment
• Ability to interact professionally with customers, and maintain a positive working relationship, which at times may be under difficult circumstances and/or high-pressure situations