Controls Engineer
On-siteNovi, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Support MES-to-PLC integrations during system launches, production ramp-ups, and ongoing manufacturing operations by configuring communications, integrating template routines, and maintaining PLC tags. Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial network issues impacting MES functionality while documenting modifications and troubleshooting activities. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and production teams to resolve production issues affecting throughput, efficiency, and quality, and assist with audits, root cause analysis, and manufacturing data requests. Maintain part numbers, product structures, and production data within the MES environment to ensure accuracy and integrity of real-time reporting. Identify opportunities to improve automation performance and support enhancements, software updates, and new production rollouts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Experience working with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC and HMI platforms
- Strong PLC programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills
- Experience supporting manufacturing automation and industrial control systems
- Knowledge of industrial networking and plant-floor communication protocols
- Ability to analyze and resolve complex production and system integration issues
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, and production teams
- For positions requiring a federal security clearance, your clearance level must be clearly identified on your resume
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in a production environment
- Experience integrating ERP, MES, and PLC systems
- Knowledge of discrete manufacturing processes
- Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades, and production launches
- Familiarity with production reporting, manufacturing data collection, and quality management systems
- Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing process optimization
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