Software Engineer Controls

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer / Software Engineer - Controls to support high-volume gear machining and manufacturing operations. This position will focus heavily on CNC equipment, PLC/CNC controls, automation troubleshooting, equipment improvements, and manufacturing systems integration., * Develop and implement control-system and equipment improvements using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data.

• Troubleshoot CNC machinery, PLCs, robotics, automation systems, and manufacturing equipment.
• Lead root-cause problem solving for equipment performance issues and downtime.
• Reprogram equipment to support engineering changes and continuous improvements.
• Program new installations involving automation, machinery, material handling systems, and robots.
• Maintain program backups for machinery and automation equipment.
• Use FIS plant-monitoring software to analyze equipment cycle times and performance.
• Integrate controls with manufacturing IT systems, including FIS, Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS.
• Review and coordinate equipment and project installations.
• Support and train manufacturing personnel and plant electricians.
• Participate in equipment safety and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with UAW maintenance personnel, vendors, and Process Team Members.

Software Engineering, Software Engineering, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Control Engineering, Automation, Identify Issues, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Manufacturing Systems, System Integration (SI), Manufacturing Operations, * 5+ years of Controls Engineering experience.

• Strong hands-on CNC experience is required.
• Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing/production environment.
• Hands-on experience with PLC/CNC controls and troubleshooting.
• PLC controller experience with systems such as Siemens, Rexroth, and Allen-Bradley.
• Strong equipment troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with maintenance teams, vendors, and cross-functional manufacturing groups.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• High School Diploma or GED required., * Experience supporting gear machining or gear manufacturing operations.
• Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting.
• Siemens power line and solution line configuration/programming.
• FANUC controls and CNC troubleshooting.
• Robotics and computer vision experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
• 8D and 5 Why corrective-action/problem-solving experience.
• Experience with Lean tools including 5S, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Familiarity with UL 508A and NFPA 79 requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred., The strongest candidate will bring a combination of hands-on CNC expertise, Controls Engineering experience, PLC troubleshooting/programming, and experience supporting high-volume manufacturing equipment. Previous gear machining experience is especially valuable.