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Komatsu ยท 18 hours ago

Senior Controls Engineer

American Battery Solutions is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial vehicles, and they are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to manage all controls aspects of existing and new machinery and equipment. The role involves leading the application of machine code, troubleshooting controls issues, and supporting new product introductions and continuous improvement projects.

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Responsibilities

Lead efforts regarding the application of machine code throughout the plant
Lead troubleshooting of controls issues on machinery and equipment
Lead development and implementation of new controls system required for new equipment and continuous improvement projects
Support new product introductions (phase-ins/phase-outs) and engineering/revision changes as it impacts controls systems on equipment within the plant
Track and maintain all PLC/Controls codes
Lead efforts to upgrade and improve PLC controls and operations
Lead bar code system implementation and maintenance throughout the plant
Lead MES and SQL Server Database implementation and maintenance of existing and new systems
Support process and machinery capability studies and equipment installations
Support validation of all new and modified processes
Participate when required in PFMEA and work instruction reviews
Ensure that equipment meets all applicable industry electrical standards
Identify and implement continuous improvement projects (e.g., cost reduction, efficiency improvement)
Lead controls specification development and review of electrical drawings for new machinery and equipment and modifications to existing machinery and equipment
Support weekend work and off-shift work when required
Support the production operator
Travel to equipment integrator sites when required
Maintain a safe and clean working environment
Adhere to federal and state regulations
Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures
Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Predictable and reliable attendance

Qualification

PLC programmingHMI designSQL Server DatabaseAutoCAD ElectricQuality management systemsBar code systemsElectrical engineeringContinual improvementFocus on qualityTeam playerCommunication skillsDecision makingInitiative

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical or controls engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of five (5) years of control engineering experience in a manufacturing facility
Expert working knowledge of PLC, HMI's, relays, contactors, servos, steppers, low voltage circuits, high voltage circuits, torque drivers, bar code systems, database storage, vision systems, etc
Ability to effectively program the following types of software: Allen Bradley, Ignition, Keyence sensors/cameras, SQL (plus), Fanuc robots, AutoCAD Electric
Experience with quality management systems
Experience with bar code systems
Working knowledge with machine electrical cabinet layout and machine controls
Work as a team player
Experience with TS 16949 and ISO 14001
Computer skills including Microsoft Office

Benefits

Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
Voluntary benefits offerings.
Tuition assistance.
Employee Referral Program.
Employee development and career growth opportunities.

Company

Komatsu is a manufacturing company that specializes in the development of equipment for the construction industry.

H1B Sponsorship

Komatsu has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (4)
2024 (1)
2023 (7)
2022 (3)
2021 (2)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Hayden Akers
Partner Integration Manager
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Masatoshi Ueno
Managing Director, office of CTO@Silicon Valley
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