Magna
ControlsEngineer
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“Controls Engineer at Magna. Skills: Controls engineering, PLC programming, Automation. Oversee production of equipment and systems. Research, test, implement, and analyze effectiveness improvements”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet safety standards; Meet quality standards; Drive revenue increases; Reduce costs; Comply with automotive specifications
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting production equipment issues; Resolve problems; Root cause analysis
Lift up to 35 lbs, Stand, walk, bend, sit, Maintain proper vision, Maintain alertness
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3 to 5 years of work experience, Experience with PLC programming required, Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
Nice to Have
Experience with Allen Bradly and Fanuc robotics, Experience with ethernet JP devices, printers, barcode scanners, and PCs, Experience with visual basic, python, ignition
What You'll Do.
Oversee production of equipment and systems
and analyze effectiveness improvements
Meet safety and quality standards
Drive revenue increases through improved production processes
Lead and train Controls Techs
Troubleshoot production equipment issues
Write and edit machine control programs
Interface process equipment
Safely operate production equipment
and implement new systems/processes
Define scope for technical work
Plan technical work for new processes
Organize technical work for existing systems
Lead technical work for new systems
Direct technical work for existing systems
Evaluate current manufacturing system hardware/software
Evaluate equipment/controls
Resolve manufacturing system problems
Make recommendations for improvement
Create projects to increase equipment uptime
Use automation as a solution
Control cost with automation
Improve efficiency with automation
Work with internal resources
Work with external resources
Ensure project needs are met
Ensure project expectations are met
Support continuous improvement efforts
Comply with automotive specifications
Assume responsibility for machine safety
Provide maintenance operation troubleshooting
Provide production support
Supervise other staff
Provide work direction to other staff
Train maintenance staff on new equipment
Train maintenance staff on equipment changes
Upgrade used equipment to run more efficiently
Perform work in compliance with policies
Understand importance of conformance
Report unsafe conditions
Report unsafe actions
Report work-related injuries
Operate machine only when trained
Remove safeguards only when trained
Use required personal protective equipment
Understand responsibility to environmental programs
Understand environmental consequences of deviations
Health and Safety training
Lead support in defining equipment standards
Oversee maintenance of controls
Oversee maintenance of documents
Establish equipment controls
Establish electrical systems
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with internal resources; Work with external resources
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
Process & Methodology
Project planning, Project scope definition
Full Job Description
**Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.** ## **What we offer:** At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. ## ## ## **Group Summary:** The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling. **Job Responsibilities:** _JOB SUMMARY:_ Oversee the production of various types of equipment and systems. An important competency in this position is to research, test, implement, and analyze for effectiveness improvements for system and process. Success in this role will be demonstrated by meeting safety and quality standards while driving revenue increases through improved production processes. _ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:_ Leads and trains Controls Techs in programing new launches and troubleshooting production equipment issues. Writes and edits machine control programs to interface process equipment to safely operate production equipment (i.e., program light guards) and avoid malfunctions. Conceives of, plans, designs, develops, and implements new systems and/or processes. Defines scope, plans, organizes, leads, directs technical work for new and existing processes and systems. Evaluates current manufacturing system hardware/software, equipment/controls, resolves problems, and makes recommendations for improvement (include cameras, sensors, and
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