Controls Engineer

About the Role

Amsted Automotive's TransForm Automotive division in Shelby Twp, is seeking a Midnight Shift (11pm - 7am) Controls Engineer to support our Shelby Twp facility. The Controls Engineer will focus on developing and supporting equipment availability and performance across all facilities. Continuous improvement efforts are also put forth to existing processes with the goal of improving machine availability and efficiency of the assembly process.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with the product interface to the assembly plant and other levels within the organization for the manufacturing execution systems.
• Takes lead in supporting machine failures through the maintenance escalation process (troubleshooting, communication, and documentation).
• Takes a leading role in safety circuit functionality and verification (e.g., light curtains, safety mats, Quality Assurance devices).
• Supports the development of user interfaces for operators and integrating them into the MES and CMMS systems.
• Assists in defining connections to existing equipment for integration into MES systems.
• Maintains backups of MES, PLC, and Robot Software-related equipment configurations.
• Researches and proves out innovative ways to improve processes, making them more efficient and flexible.
• Integrates and programs assembly processes in primary facilities.
• Concepts, quotes, procures, and implements solutions to various assembly and transformational product processes.
• Configures equipment and adds required programming to new and existing equipment.
• Assists in the definition of wiring required for gathering data from equipment.
• Works with Sr. Controls Engineers and management to learn, develop skills, and assist with controls projects across AAG as required.
• Supports department maintenance troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures for equipment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/prints and how these systems interact within an assembly cell.
• Ability to adapt and learn new controls technology and software.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with light supervision.
• Understanding and communicating technical details.
• Knowledge of multi-axis servo systems and robotic systems.
• Industrial vision systems/sensors (Cognex, Keyence).
• Basic networking knowledge and application.
• Fieldbus Technologies (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Ether CAT, I/O Link, Modbus).
• Interfacing and communication with devices: analog, fieldbus, etc.
• Software Experience:
• AutoCAD (electrical/pneumatic detailing)
• Rockwell Suite (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, RSLogix)
• Automation Direct (PLC, C-More HMI)
• MS Office Suite
• Siemens Step 7

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Associates Degree in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or a 2-year Technical Degree in Robotic Automation/Computer Sciences.
• Some on-the-job work experience in controls, primarily focused on machine design/machine build, is strongly preferred (internship experience is acceptable).