Controls Engineer
SHAPE THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY FROM DAY ONE.
This position is part of our Connection Systems segment.Aptiv delivers a full range of advanced connection solutions to make vehicles safer, greener and more connected with innovations in high voltage, data connectivity, electrical centers, safety-critical connectors and much more.
Position Summary
- Identify, develop and implement control, instrumentation and systems strategies to maintain and improve assigned operating unit(s)
- Work within the project environment to identify, design and implement process controls to meet project objectives
- Evaluate and implement safety instrumented systems
- Intermediate/Advanced level in internal subject matter in control systems (PLC, HMI, motion control systems), systems integration, sensors and electromechanical devices.
- Validate the quality of engineering and automation controls according to the specified SOW.
- Independently and with assistance from their manager seeks and implements opportunities to improve the performance of operating units and/or projects.
- Work with the project team to troubleshoot automation issues, resolve project related problems, and develop fundamental understanding of requirements critical to the success of the system.
- Evaluate options and determine the appropriate and required course of action to effectively resolve a problem or develop a project.
- Help develop project objectives and determine project requirements.
- Interface with integrators and/or machine/manufacturing cell manufacturers to successfully deliver fully integrated automation equipment to plants, within budget, and that meets customer needs.
- Experience related to "hands-on" strong capabilities in the integration, installation and programming of robotics and PLC controlled systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in the management of automation projects and management of personnel in charge.
- Staubli and ABB robot programming and commissioning experience.
- Microsoft and design software such as AutoCad and SolidEdge.
Your Role
- Integration, installation and programming of Fanuc robotics and Allen Bradley PLC controls systems.
- Conducting root cause investigations of control system problems and implementing measures for the resolution of production related engineering problems.
- Working with suppliers to investigate manufacturing problems, formulating recommendations for changes and following up to ensure changes are implemented.
- Communication with production planning, tooling design, industrial engineering, plant supervision, corporate engineering staff and operators to ensure that all are informed of system control problems, improvements and projects.
- Provide electrical expertise and engineering controls in support of new equipment and systems introductions, continuous improvement, cost reduction, maintenance and productivity improvements.
Your Background
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Electronic, Automation, Mechanic, Mechatronic, Electric or related.
- At least 3 years of experience in this or similar position.
- English language 70% minimum.
Why join us?
- You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where everyone can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or beliefs.
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, and Zero accidents.
- You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support to take care of your family and physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!
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