Magna

Automotive

Technician,Controls

$75–105k ~AI est. New Hudson, Michigan, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Technician, Controls at Magna. Skills: Controls systems, Electrical prints, HMI, PLC, Robotics. Support engineering in standards development. Support engineering in specifications development”

What You'll Achieve.

Improve productivity; Improve quality

Industry & Context.

Automotive
Problems you'll solve

Analyze data; Resolve PLC issues; Resolve weld controls issues; Resolve robotic systems issues; Analyze opportunities for improvement

Eligibility Requirements

Flexible hours

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate degree in Electronics, Work experience with Rockwell, Work experience with Allen Bradley, Work experience with Fanuc, Work experience with RS Logix5000, Work experience with Factory Talk, Work experience with various vision systems, Work experience with Ethernet controls systems, Create, read, understand and modify electrical prints, Working knowledge of HMI’s, Ability to add, edit or remove functions from HMIs, Working knowledge of resistance spot, Working knowledge of GMAW, Experience with Bosch weld controls, Excellent math skills, Ability to apply math to analyze data, Ability to demonstrate Microsoft Office, Ability to demonstrate AutoCAD, Ability to demonstrate PanelBuilder, Ability to demonstrate EPLAN, Ability to understand direction, Ability to anticipate direction, Ability to follow direction, Ability to exercise maturity of judgement, Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, Ability to work with a variable workload, Ability to work flexible hours, Ability to meet customer requirements, Possesses excellent verbal communication skills, Possesses excellent written communication skills, Must be able to interact effectively with other team members

Nice to Have

Electrical Engineering degree preferred, Industrial Technology degree preferred, Industrial Electrical License preferred

What You'll Do.

Support engineering in standards development

Support engineering in specifications development

Create purchase parts list for controls systems

Provide technical support for controls systems

Assemble new equipment

Install new equipment

Supervise equipment assembly

Supervise equipment installation

Ensure controls-specific documentation delivery

Maintain electrical schematics

Maintain hydraulic schematics

Maintain pneumatic schematics

Maintain panel layouts

Maintain PLC documentation

Maintain operator display documentation

Maintain operator interface documentation

Maintain robot programs

Maintain machine power distribution documentation

Document changes during equipment life

Plan updates for existing controls systems

Plan modifications for existing controls systems

Plan continuous improvement of existing controls systems

Update robotic programs

Update ladder logic programs

Update electrical distribution

Update motor controls

Update operator interface

Update pneumatics distribution

Update pneumatics control

Design electrical controls programs

Write electrical controls programs

Provide technical support for PLC

Provide technical support for weld controls

Provide technical support for robotic systems

Document equipment breakdown

Document equipment activity

Analyze opportunities for improvement

Schedule backups of electronic machine control programs

Complete backups of electronic machine control programs

Schedule backups of robotic programs

Complete backups of robotic programs

Install plant floor machine controls

Maintain plant floor machine controls

Install Ethernet gateways

Maintain Ethernet gateways

Install Ethernet links

Maintain Ethernet links

Install sub-machine control data highways

Maintain sub-machine control data highways

Coordinate plant floor Ethernet machine drop routing

Support plant floor Ethernet machine drop routing

Coordinate Ethernet message traffic control

Support Ethernet message traffic control

Inspect equipment conditions

Utilize Preventative Maintenance procedures

Plan cross-functional project teams

Lead cross-functional project teams

Provide leadership to Maintenance personnel

Provide direction to Maintenance personnel

Coordinate with Assembly management team

Take part in continuous improvement process

Provide suggestions at team meetings

Give ideas for improvement

Give solutions for improvement

Participate in trials

Participate in experiments

Volunteer on committee activities

Volunteer on focus group activities

Attend departmental meetings

Attend plant-wide communication meetings

Comply with CBAM’s operational procedures

Comply with CBAM’s policies

Comply with Employee Handbook

Comply with Magna’s Employee’s Charter

Comply with Magna’s Corporate Constitution

Comply with Magna’s Operational Principles

Comply with Quality programs

Comply with Environmental programs

Comply with Health and Safety programs

Ensure safety rules are followed

Follow Company procedures regarding safety

Ensure Company procedures regarding safety are followed

Conduct self in a professional manner

Keep work area organized

Perform other duties as required

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Interact with team members; Cross-functional project teams; Work with Assembly management

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Process & Methodology

Project teams

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:** Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market. **Job Responsibilities:** * Associate degree in Electronics from a minimum 2-year College or Technical school i.e., Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology or Industrial Electrical License preferred. * Work experience with Rockwell, Allen Bradley, Fanuc, RS Logix5000, Factory Talk, various vision systems and Ethernet controls systems required. * Create, read, understand and modify electrical prints and specifications. * Working knowledge of HMI’s and the ability to add, edit or remove functions from HMIs. * Working knowledge of resistance spot and GMAW. * Experience with Bosch weld controls. * Excellent math skills with the ability to apply to analyze data. * Ability to demonstrate and use Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, PanelBuilder, EPLAN * Ability to understand, anticipate and follow direction while exercising maturity of judgement. * Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and with a variable workload. * Ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment in order to meet customer requirements. * Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Must be able to interact effectively with other team mem

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