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Job Posting Title

Sr. Controls Engineer

Job Description Summary

#TeamAAM is looking for a Sr. Controls Engineer to join our team in North Vernon, IN on first shift.

Day to date responsibilities are leading the design, testing, installation, and maintenance of large-scale electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing. Applications are complex, requiring cross-disciplinary integration and wide application of concepts.

Ready to Bring the Future Faster with #TeamAAM? Apply today!

Job Description

• Designs and recommends the control system architecture, products, components, and applications used in manufacturing processes; identifies and resolves system integration and interface issues.
• Evaluates new and emerging manufacturing and control technologies, adapting into specifications as appropriate.
• Confirms control system functionality, including appropriate safety compliance, by designing and/or executing test procedures.
• Prepares and/or reviews electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls drawings; collaborates with related engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, and suppliers.
• Ensures integrity of process and build data collection.
• Provides information to manufacturing, process, and other engineering disciplines by answering questions and requests.
• Keeps equipment operating by performing periodic audits; troubleshooting breakdowns; requesting supplies; defining and reviewing preventive maintenance plans; calling for repairs; and implementing process improvements.
• Manages supplier development and delivery.
• Maintains project documents using approved methodology, tools, and templates.
• Works on multiple, complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Experience in electrical drawings, ladder logic, HMI programs and integrate Safety PLC control systems for machinery and automation.
• 8 - 10 years’ experience in controls engineering or related position
• Able to assist maintenance team in troubleshooting machine breakdowns.
• Basic understanding of automation and robots.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC’s, electrical circuits, and Fanuc Robots.
• Understanding of safety in a manufacturing environment and how it applies to controls design.
• Work with equipment suppliers and ensure compliance with AAM equipment specifications.
• Basic understanding of fluid power systems.
• Experience with vision systems.
• Work effectively on a team and in individual situations.
• Experience in Allen Bradley PLC’s, Servo Controllers, HMI products, and software.
• Basic experience with CNC troubleshooting.
• Understanding of NFPA & OSHA regulations.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field from an accredited college/university or Trade School or equivalent work experience.\
• Preferred experience working with Fanuc robots, Kuka robots, Allen Bradley​ , and electrical troubleshooting

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.