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Troy Design and Manufacturing - A wholly owned Ford Motor Company subsidiary · 1 day ago

Controls Engineer

Shelbyville, KY, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Troy Design and Manufacturing, a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, is seeking a Controls Engineer for Die Casting. The role involves designing, programming, and maintaining control systems for die casting operations, overseeing automation systems, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing machine performance.

AutomotiveIndustrial AutomationLogisticsMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingProduct Design

Responsibilities

Design and implement control systems for die casting machines and associated automation equipment, ensuring smooth operation and integration with other systems

Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) that control key functions in the die casting process, such as metal injection, mold ejection, cooling, and part handling

Develop and maintain Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for operators, providing a user-friendly interface to monitor and control the die casting process

Integrate the die casting control systems with other plant equipment and systems such as material handling, robot arms, and production line machinery

Continuously analyze the performance of die casting systems and recommend improvements to optimize cycle time, reduce waste, enhance quality, and increase productivity

Provide on-site troubleshooting and technical support for issues related to control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and actuators

Ensure that control systems comply with safety standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA, NFPA) and implement safety protocols to protect personnel and equipment

Collect and analyze process data to identify trends, root causes of problems, and opportunities for improvement. Provide detailed reports and recommendations to management

Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to optimize die casting operations and ensure seamless integration of control systems with machinery

Train operators and maintenance staff on the operation and troubleshooting of control systems. Provide ongoing technical support for new system upgrades or changes

Maintain detailed records of control system designs, configurations, and changes. Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) for system operations and troubleshooting

Qualification

Siemens PLCSiemens HMIFanuc robotsControl systems engineeringCommunications protocolsPC setupCADPythonVisual BasicVisual C++Data AnalysisDie casting processesAutomotive experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with prior controls and electrical work background or 10+ years of equivalent experience

Trades School (Electrical), Associates degree in electrical technology, journeyman cert or apprenticeship completion (electrician)

3+ years of experience in the following: Siemens PLC, TIA Portal, Siemens HMI, Fanuc robots, Welding, Riveting, Flow drill screws, Lasers, and other joining process controllers, Communications protocols: Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, PC setup - software and hardware configuration

Proven experience in control systems engineering, preferably in manufacturing or die casting industries

Familiarity with die casting processes and machinery is a significant advantage

Automotive experience