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Job Posting Title

Controls Engineer

Job Description Summary

Participates in the design, testing, installation, and maintenance of machinery and automation for use in manufacturing. Applications are sophisticated, requiring cross-disciplinary integration and wide application of concepts.

Job Description

• Design electrical drawings, ladder logic, HMI programs and integrate Safety PLC control systems for machinery and automation.
• Understanding of robot integration and programming.
• Support plant maintenance team.
• Understanding of safety in a manufacturing environment and how it applies to controls.
• Work with equipment suppliers and ensure compliance with AAM equipment specifications.
• Evaluate new equipment by performing testing procedures.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and fluid power systems.
• Experience with AutoCad Electrical.
• Work effectively on a team and in individual situations.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC, Servo Controllers, HMI products, Fanuc CNC’s and Vision software, Siemans Control and Ethernet Network.
• Understanding of safety in a manufacturing environment and how it applies to controls design.
• Keeps equipment operating by performing periodic audits; troubleshooting breakdowns; requesting supplies; defining and reviewing preventive maintenance plans; calling for repairs; and implementing process improvements.
• Works on multiple, complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
• Experienced in troubleshooting.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• 3+ years’ experience in controls engineering position.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field from an accredited college/university or Trade School or equivalent work experience.
• 1 - year of experience in Allen Bradley PLC’s, Servo Controllers, HMI products, and software.
• 1 - year working with CNC troubleshooting
• Preferred experience working with Fanuc robots, Kuka robots, Allen Bradley​ , and electrical troubleshooting
• Understanding of NFPA & OSHA regulations.

This position has an estimated pay range of $98,000 to $121,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.  In addition, this role is eligible for an annual target bonus of 7.5% based on individual and company performance.

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

AAM 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. AAM 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 TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.