Magna

automotive

ControlsSupervisor

Highland Park, Michigan, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Controls Supervisor at Magna. Skills: Controls engineering, PLC-based control systems, HMI and SCADA systems, robotic systems, electronic safety systems, error-proofing/vision technologies. Provide leadership and technical oversight for controls engineering. ensuring the dependable performance of automated manufacturing systems”

What You'll Achieve.

dependable performance of automated manufacturing systems; maximum uptime, safety, and quality; enhance productivity, quality, availability, and safety; ensuring reliable hardware/software integration; improving system reliability

Industry & Context.

automotive
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving; troubleshooting, resolving PLC-related machine issues

Eligibility Requirements

work overtime as required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Controls Technologist or related IT related field preferred, Working knowledge of Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms, including RSLogix 500/5000, FactoryTalk View Studio, and PanelView HMI applications, Ability to understand and apply ladder logic, PLC I/O control, HMI operation, and troubleshoot PLC programs and electrical control systems, Knowledge of industrial networks and field devices (DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, IO‑Link, Point I/O) and common electrical components, Ability to read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and design specifications, proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Nice to Have

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred, Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic or similar Engineering degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent Trades Certification with significant work experience preferred, Familiarity with vision and inspection systems (Keyence, Cognex, IFM, Omron) and related sensing technologies

What You'll Do.

Provide leadership and technical oversight for controls engineering

ensuring the dependable performance of automated manufacturing systems

promoting maximum uptime

and quality in a high‑volume automotive setting

Lead and provide daily direction to Controls Engineers and Controls Technologists

Drive equipment improvement projects to enhance productivity

and commission PLC-based control systems

and optimize HMI and SCADA systems

Provide technical expertise during electrical and functional test equipment projects

Support production by troubleshooting

resolving PLC-related machine issues

and improving system reliability

Develop and maintain robotic systems

electronic safety systems

and error-proofing/vision technologies

and maintain technical documentation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with IT; Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and production teams

Communication Scope

communication

Process & Methodology

Drive equipment improvement projects

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:** Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected. **Job Responsibilities:** **Job Responsibilities** We are seeking a**Controls Supervisor** to provide leadership and technical oversight for controls engineering, ensuring the dependable performance of automated manufacturing systems while promoting maximum uptime, safety, and quality in a high‑volume automotive setting. **Your Responsibilities** * Lead and provide daily direction to Controls Engineers and Controls Technologists. * Drive equipment improvement projects to enhance productivity, quality, availability, and safety. * Design, develop, install, and commission PLC-based control systems, including I/O checkout, system testing, and startup support. * Develop, maintain, and optimize HMI and SCADA systems (e.g., Citect, FactoryTalk, RS Studio 5000, CIMPLICITY) in collaboration with IT. * Provide technical expertise during ele

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