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Controls Engineer

Location: 

US Gestamp Chattanooga, US, US Gestamp

Date:  Apr 2, 2025

Long Description

 

Role Summary 

The Controls Engineer for Assembly Operations will perform a variety of engineering and technical activities in support of manufacturing automation equipment Assembly lines, including PLC logic design, logic troubleshooting and improvements, HMI development and modifications, implementation of automation systems and field instrumentation, field devices, debug & testing, process improvements. This is an opportunity to constantly learn new things and apply new ideas to drive results across multiple product lines. The ideal candidate operates with a strategic, integrated and analytical mindset

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Design, program, and implement PLC-based control systems, ensuring project requirements are met.
  • Troubleshoot and debug PLC programs for timely issue resolution and minimal downtime.
  • Perform regular maintenance and updates for optimal control system performance.
  • Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams, assisting in issue resolution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop automation strategies optimizing processes
  • Work with engineers and technicians to seamlessly integrate control systems into overall automation solutions.
  • Stay updated on PLC technology trends, proposing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Must be available to provide controls support remotely when required, including late at night or weekends.
  • Assist the maintenance team troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic systems

 

Knowledge and Education 

  • Bachelor's degree required in Mechatronics, Electrical, Controls, Automation, or other relevant engineering field.
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in PLC programming, HMI development, field devices networking, electrical troubleshooting and industrial communication protocols.

 

Key Qualifications/Requirements 

  • Proficient in Allen-Bradley PLC programming. Proven deep knowledge of RSLogix 5000 and programming languages such as ladder, function block, instruction list. RSLinx configuration. RSLogix 500 is a plus but not required.
  • Proficient with Factory Talk View Studio to create or modify HMIs.
  • Proficient with TIA Portal HMI.
  • Experience with Siemens Controllers. Proficient programming in Step 7 and/or TIA Portal.
  • Knowledge of Fanuc robot programming, robot’s hardware and communication parametrization between robots and PLC controllers
  • Proven experience troubleshooting electrical systems using electrical prints and PLC logic to diagnose I/O signals.
  • Knowledge of setting up communications between PLCs, PLC to remote field devices, PLC to SCADA systems, and PLC with other Ethernet IP devices. Knowledge of DeviceNet networks and devices.
  • Experience troubleshooting field instrumentation. Sensors, transducers, switches, light curtains, safety scanners, etc.
  • Good understanding of Servo Motors and AC Motors. Knowledge of motor starters, VFD and servo drives. 
  • Ability to do Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning of Electrical, Instrumentation & Automation systems
  • Ability to research and learn during troubleshooting on the production floor.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and technical support

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

- You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.

- This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.

- You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.

- You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.

Join the Gestamp team!

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