Job Description

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This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

 

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Orion, MI on a full-time basis.

The Role:
Responsible for controls engineering support of a vehicle assembly facility and manufacturing processes where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment. May oversee or exercise technical direction over other engineers, engineering support personnel, contractors, or skilled trades personnel to achieve project or manufacturing objectives.

What You'll Do:

Responsible for Plant Floor Systems support of manufacturing processes in a vehicle assembly facility.Manages PFS projects including new, replacement, operations improvements, and periodic repair and replacement of PFS and Error Proofing SystemsParticipates in functional area plant meetings and related activities representing Engineering and to assist in improving the plant's performance. Provides technical support of all PFS equipment, direction, and training to support personnel/Skilled Trades within the organization. Investigates systems and equipment problems and provides technical input in problem resolution. Ability to troubleshoot and re-configure Hirschmann and/or Cisco switchesAbility to created/modify DCDL properlyAbility to create an Andon Board configuration file and coordinate with IT to create the proper display that serves the production line.Familiar with Throughput logic/analysis to improve cycle timeFamiliar with GPM&CAbility to create/modify the Error Proofing Logic (EPP) for adding new trackzone, new operator standsAbility to configure/modify/add/remove EPP tasks and perform an SATUnderstand how to fill the ETS tracking sheet for the Error Proofing Systems and support the UAT.Familiar with PFCM systemAssist in the development of a project support plan between the plant, GMNA, and contractor resources. Maintains proficiency in their field.Coordinate with Plant Business Teams to support/attain plant-wide goals (Business Plan Deployment). Support GMS and Quality Network implementation initiatives.Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems.Enforces safe work practices as the highest priority and implements objectives for ergonomics, health/safety, and housekeeping.Maintains good working relationships with peers, hourly employees, union, management, supplier community, and interfaces with necessary support functions outside of the Plant. Develops and monitors planning timetables and projects schedules.Utilizes best practices and common systems to support the overall competitive manufacturing initiative. Coordinates and communicates the development of changes to improve conditions for the manufacturing processes.  Input into the establishment of plant budget for Central Manufacturing EngineeringEnsures long term, cost effective maintenance of equipment and facility.Manages projects to minimize investment cost while providing facilities that require a minimum operating cost (maximum throughput, energy efficiency, etc.).Work with Plant Trainers to develop courses for New Technologies introduced to the Plant.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

10+ years of experience EngineeringAbility to program and troubleshoot processors in the Rockwell/Allen Bradley ControlLogix familyAbility to troubleshoot EPP (Error Proofing Logic)Ability to read and modify electrical printsAbility to troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipmentAbility to troubleshoot equipment level networks (Device-Net, Ethernet Network)High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficultHigh level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with othersMust be willing to work any shift.Must be willing to work daily or weekend overtime to support vehicle production schedules and project activity.

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

Experience working in automotive assemblyExperience with software and functionality in a manufacturing environmentBachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience

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