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Shiloh Industries Inc Controls Engineer in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Position: Controls Engineer Location: Kalamazoo, MI Remote Status: On-Site Job Id: 1555
of Openings: 1
Position Purpose
Design, troubleshoot, and improve electrical and electronic control systems for new and existing equipment.
Primary Accountabilities Evaluate and improve machine safety conditions for plant personnel. Evaluate and improve processes for capability and Quality requirements. Develop and schedule training programs for technical resources. Troubleshoot complex equipment down time issues. Investigation of production and quality issues. Research, test, and purchase parts and new equipment along with monitoring existing stock. Planning and design of new projects regarding both in-house projects and new line startups. Provide feasibility and cost estimations for new projects or process improvement plans.
Major Challenges Consistently meeting project milestones. Managing multiple projects and priorities. Resistance to change.
Decision Making Authority Recommends improvements to the manufacturing process. Makes decisions on equipment and fixture adjustments.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities BS in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. Two to three years engineering experience, preferably in the automotive industry. Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens preferred), robot programming (ABB Preferred), automation interfaces, vision systems, networking, and Microsoft applications. Experience in reading and creating electrical schematics. Ability to design and facilitate installation of complex control systems.
Benefit Package: As of your hire date, you will be eligible for an excellent package of benefits, including medical, dental, prescription drug, vision, 401(k) match, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability.
Bonus Eligibility: The bonus eligibility under this plan is 10% Bonus plan award will be based on acceptable performance and based on the company meeting targets. Apply for this Position
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