Controls Automation Engineer

Controls & Automation Engineer ControlsEngineering • Maintain the integrity reliability and performance of machine and equipment control systems across the campus. • Design program troubleshoot and optimize PLC-based control systems. • Develop maintain and modify: • PLC programs (Rockwell SLC 500 Logix 5000 Siemens Step 7) • Ladder logic and function block programming • Develop maintain and troubleshoot SCADA systems interfacing with PLCs and MS SQL databases including Ignition platforms. • Review diagnose and troubleshoot existing control programs in response to production maintenance or customer-related issues. Automation Engineering • Plan design and coordinate automation solutions for new and existing manufacturing equipment. • Lead full automation system integration including: Robotics Vision systems Servo motion control Automated material handling systems. • Develop and implement standardized automation architectures to improve scalability reliability and long-term maintainability. • Support digital manufacturing initiatives including data collection strategies and system connectivity to enterprise platforms such as MES systems SQL databases and reporting tools. Electrical & System Design • Develop equipment specifications with emphasis on electrical and controls systems. • Create and review electrical schematics panel layouts and control cabinet designs for new and modified equipment. • Support PC systems servers industrial networking and communications infrastructure including serial/parallel networks Ethernet/IP ProfiNet and related protocols. Operational Support & Continuous Improvement • Collaborate closely with production and maintenance teams to support daily operations and drive long-term performance improvements. • Identify and implement automation and controls enhancements to improve safety quality uptime and overall operational efficiency. • Mentor and train maintenance and engineering personnel on controls and automation systems. • Complete all training as mandated by Adient and its customers. • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager. Qualifications • Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical Controls Automation Mechatronics or related field) . • Non-degree candidates may be considered with 7 years of relevant manufacturing controls and automation experience. • Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience preferably within automotive or other high-volume manufacturing environments. Technical Expertise: • PLC programming (Rockwell Siemens) • SCADA development and maintenance (Ignition preferred) • MS SQL and data-driven automation • Industrial networking and communications • Robotics and automated systems integration • Electrical design and documentation • Python programming language Core Competencies: • Strong troubleshooting analytical and root-cause problem-solving skills • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts • Effective time management and a customer-focused mindset • Ability to thrive in a collaborative team-based participative environment

Created: 2026-04-03