Challenge Manufacturing · 11 hours ago
Controls Engineer
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expChallenge Manufacturing is a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry. They are seeking a Controls Engineer responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving highly automated controls, robotic, and welding systems.
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Responsibilities
As needed design and program PLC, HMI, robots and other types of electronic or electrical manufacturing equipment
Lead in the trouble shooting of malfunctioning equipment
Continuous improvement activities such as cycle time reduction, standardization of existing equipment and incorporation of error proofing strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required
Minimum of 2 years' experience with Rockwell software and AB CompactLogix, Guard Logix, PanelView plus platforms
Electrical knowledge: Install hardware and wiring
Technical Skills: Program and debug of automated robotic welding, sealing, fastening and assembly systems
Able to program Panel View (HMI) and PLC
Creative Thinking: Effective problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Attention to Detail: Able to manage project details to ensure perfect quality in work output
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Teamwork Skills: Able to work collaboratively with different team members and different levels of the organization (internal and external)
Computer Modeling: Able to utilize computer aided modeling to ensure that workout meets the needs of the customer (internal and external)
Has high standards of performance for self. Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes. Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work
Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress. Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts
Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships
Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow. Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of internal and external customers
Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities. Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively
Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity
Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge
Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options
Employer 401k Match
ESOP shares
Tuition reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Challenge Incentive Program
Paid time off
Company
Challenge Manufacturing
Challenge Manufacturing is an automotive company offering stamped and welded automotive assemblies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100M2021-02-02Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Doug Bradley
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-08-05
Business Wire
2023-10-16
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