Magna
Automotive
Technician,Controls
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“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.
Analyze data; Resolve PLC issues; Resolve weld controls issues; Resolve robotic systems issues; Analyze opportunities for improvement
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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