What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Technician position at Amsted Automotive?
ABOUT THE ROLE
Amsted Automotive, Cold Form & Finishing, business unit is seeking a Controls Technician. This roll will focus on supporting the process equipment and facility with electrical and control repairs, projects, and updates.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Through our CMMS, respond to all electrical related maintenance calls.
- Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/prints and how these systems interact within an assembly cell.
- Work on the design, execution, and maintenance of the control’s programs.
- Is primarily responsible for developing user interfaces for operators and integrating them into the MES system.
- Maintain backups of machine programs related equipment configuration.
- Research and prove-out innovative ways to improve processes making them more efficient and flexible.
- Concept, quote, procure, and implement solutions to various manufacturing processes.
- Configure equipment and add required programming to new and existing equipment.
- Assist in definition of wiring required for gathering data from equipment.
- Work with Amsted Automotive Automation Group on controls projects across AAG as required.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, associate’s degree in computer science, 2-year Technical Degree in Robotic Automation/ Computer Sciences preferred.
- At least 3 years on the job work experience in controls, primarily focused on machine design/machine build is required.
- Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/prints and how these systems interact within as assembly process.
- Electrical knowledge and understanding on fuse and wire sizing, PNP/NPN, 480VAC diagram, NEC/IEC Electrical standards.
- Ability to adapt and learn new controls technology and software.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with light supervision.
- Understanding and communicating technical skills.
- Knowledge of multi axis servo systems and robotic systems.
- Industrial vision systems/sensors (Cognex, Keyence).
- Basic networking knowledge and application.
- Fieldbus Technologies (ex: Ethernet/IP, Ether CAT, I/O Link, Modbus).
- Interfacing and communication with devices: analog, fieldbus, etc.
- Software Experience:
- AutoCAD (electrical/pneumatic detailing)
- Rockwell Suite (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, RS Logix)
- Automation Direct (PLC, C-More HMI)
- MS Office Suite
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Incentive Bonus
- Medical, Vision, Dental
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401K
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Short-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition
- Discount Programs
WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW
- Must be able to work necessary overtime if required
- Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
- Usage of a computer, printer, calculator, press and machinery control panels
- Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending, stooping and performing repetitive motion tasks
WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW
- Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending, stooping and performing repetitive motion tasks
- Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds frequently
- Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise
- Must be able to work necessary overtime if required
