Controls Engineer

This position will be based in the Louisville, KY Area. PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide in-house technical capability to design, build, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment and robot cells. Provide subject matter expertise in controls and automation systems to suppo1t manufacturing business needs (stamping and assembly) MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Troubleshoot PLC, robot, and other automation problems Participate in the design and build of automation cells and electrical Electrical drawings in AutoCAD Electrical cabinet buildup and wiring Automation cell buildup Robot setup, dress-out, testing, and commissioning Debug and startup Develop BOMs and source required components for integration projects Supervise outside contractors working on automation projects for TOM New equipment specification and buyoff Reprogram automation for engineering changes and improvements Coordinate automation campaigns Manage backups of automation programs Support training of facilities team personnel with troubleshooting controls and performing repairs or upgrades of automated systems Develop operating procedures and equipment standards for automation and related electrical systems Support manufacturing engineering activities to improve cycle times, improve quality, meet uptime objectives, and implement preventive maintenance programs Successful candidate should be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and customer oriented Self Starter - works well under minimal supervision.

Able to independently troubleshoot equipment and continuously evaluate equipment for improvement for quality and delivery Ability to read electrical drawings and equipment manuals for design and troubleshooting purposes Sound working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Power Point, and Ability to identity ·root-cause' and initiate effective corrective actions relative to sheet metal stamping and assemblies Capable of interpreting engineering standards and applications QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM REQUIRED: High School Diploma 3+ years of experience in the following: Allen Bradley Compact/ Control/ Guard Logix PLCs Allen Bradley Panel View ABB and Fanuc robots Weld timers, SPR, laser, and other joining process controllers Communications protocols: Ethernet/IP, Control.

Net, Devicenet PC setup - software and hardware configuration Microsoft Office Suite Effective verbal and written communication PREFERRED: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar degree) with prior controls and electrical work background Prior experience in a similar capacity with Automotive OEM/Supplier in an automotive stamping and assembly AMR/AGVs, Cobots, and Vision Systems Experience designing, building, and wiring industrial controls cabinets Stamping press line automation experience preferred

• FOL de-stacking, washer/oiler, centering systems, inter-press, and EOL conveyor system Familiarity with stamping and robotic weld processes Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes, practices and principles Software: AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and experience working with 30 CAD models Experience with Visual Basic, Visual C++, or other programming languages Strong communication skills Demonstrated ability to work in a team oriented environment Any previous supervisory experience Environment & Physical Demands Standard Office Production Area with Machinery Exposure to loud noises Stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach & grasp, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, talk & vision, lift up to 30lbs