Controls Engineer (Finance)

Position Summary:

Partners with manufacturing to ensure engineered designs, procedures, and processes are established and implemented to continuously improve production equipment electronic controls. Specifically performs electrical and electronic engineering assignments associated with the maintenance, programming, and modification of automated and semi-automated manufacturing production equipment. Assists in the development, application, and maintenance of Company engineering processes and standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise and assist with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and or electronic control systems.
• Provides leadership and documentation of all PLC preventative maintenance.
• Lead and assist Engineers and contractors in the design and development of related equipment schematics to NEC and applicable code requirements.
• Develops standardized work plans and utilizes disciplined and proven problem-solving techniques to determine root cause analysis for equipment downtime and recommends specific process improvements.
• Responsible for process engineering and to provide technical support for plant manufacturing.
• Leads the training and implementation of kaizen events and supports, contributes and routinely demonstrates lean manufacturing principles.
• Partners with plant manufacturing on continuous improvement projects to improve performance and profitability.
• Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards, such as ISO 14001 Environmental Policy, IATF Quality System.
• Performs other related engineering duties as assigned.
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.

Education and Qualifications:

• PLC programming experience
• Bachelor's degree in an applicable Engineering field.
• 3-5 years electronic controls experience in one or more major PLC platforms
• Documented experience with troubleshooting and training PLC utilization
• Knowledge and familiarity with ITAF16949 Quality System and ISO 14001 an asset.
• Direct knowledge of Electrical codes and standards

Work Environment/Work Conditions:

• Requires the ability to work a flexible schedule with OT as needed to maintain production equipment uptime.
• May include periodic short duration of travel.
• Exposure to manufacturing plant environment including: moving mechanical parts, non-hazardous fumes, airborne particles, heat, frequent standing/walking, and moderate noise level.
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.

Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether via personal, professional, education, or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications.

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