Controls Engineer

At Ford Motor Company, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing and selling high quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community and the world in which we live.

Responsibilities:

• Reprogram automation for engineering changes and improvements
• Integrate error proofing devices into automation as required
• Backup updated automation programs to PDS
• Coordinate automation campaigns
• Use Schneider Electric Unity 8.0 PLC and Vijeo HMI software
• Use Schneider Electric PL7 software
• Use Siemens Step7 PLC and WinCC flexible HMI software
• Familiar with Indramat VFD’s, servos
• Familiarity with industrial networks including Modbus TCP, Profibus, Profinet, Interbus, ASi, and Ethernet IP
• Electrical Background (electrician or technician)
• Continuously evaluate equipment for improvement for quality and delivery
• Strong problem solving skills, including 8Ds, FMEAs, and DMAICs
  

• Program and troubleshoot PLC, servo, robot, vision systems and other automation controls
• Participate in equipment specification, drawing approvals, electrical build reviews, runoffs and on-floor machine commissioning
• Use FIS Plant monitoring software to review cycle times of automation and equipment
• Lead or assist in project definition, specification, purchasing follow-through to installation

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of controls experience in a manufacturing environment
• 1+ year experience in Microsoft Office products

• Bachelor Degree Electrical Engineering / Electronics
• Experience with Cognex and GigE vision systems
• ABB Robots experience
• Schneider Electric Unity 8.0 PLC experience
• Schneider Electric PL7 software experience
• Siemens Step7 PLC and WinCC flexible HMI software experience
• Familiarity with industrial networks including Modbus TCP, Profibus, Profinet, Interbus, ASi, and Ethernet IP
• Siemens Starter software experience
• Ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings
• Proficiency using AutoCAD to modify drawings
• Familiarity with Class IV lasers and laser safety
• Strong understanding of conveyors system programming
• Simulation modeling exposure experience
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
• Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping experience
• Thorough knowledge of internal combustion engine function and electronic control system.
• Experience with leak and torque to turn engine test equipment (Sciemetrics)
• Successful candidate should be able to demonstrate leadership in One FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

The distance between imagination and … creation. It can be measured in years of innovation, or in moments of brilliance. When you join the Ford team discover all the benefits, rewards and development opportunities you’d expect from a diverse global leader. You’ll become part of a team that is already leading the way, with ingenious solutions and attainable products – and it is always ready to go further.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.