Dana Incorporated · 13 hours ago
Controls Engineer
Dana Incorporated is a leading supplier of axle, driveshaft, structural, sealing and thermal management products for global vehicle manufacturers. They are seeking a Controls Engineer to review PLC logic, lead root cause investigations, and support continuous improvement initiatives within their Toledo, Ohio facility.
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Responsibilities
Review PLC logic & debug for proper content, error-proofing, and data collection function
Lead in root cause investigations and eliminate downtime issues
Participate in lean plant floor layout (value-add, error-proof, visual factory, Kan Ban material flow)
Lead in continuous improvement
Review and modify as necessary all equipment PMs and critical spares lists
Interface with equipment vendor(s) to ensure system design, build, runoff and installation
Participate in lean plant floor layout (value-add, error-proof, visual factory, Kan Ban material flow)
Review and approve electrical and controls schematics and assembly system BOMs
Review and modify as necessary all equipment PMs and critical spares lists
Review and approve mechanical drawings for accuracy, robustness, and adherence to specs
Co-develop with QE all inspection criteria, gage requirements, and control documentation
Support problem solving activities (7Step, Error-Proofing, Histogram, Fishbone, 5 Why)
Lead and support continuous improvement programs and employee involvement work teams
Participate in CI programs and cost savings initiatives such as VA/VE, MCM, other
Maintain and promote a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Develop module assembly PFMEAs, Operator Instructions, Control Plans, & Process Flow Charts
Support quality functions as necessary
Qualification
Required
3-5 years controls engineering experience
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience
Experience with RSLogix 5000, RSLinx (required)
Technical proficiency in manufacturing and assembly processes and deployment of best practices
Experience with lift assists and pneumatic devices (valve, cylinders)
Experience with barcode scanners and RFID reader systems
Experience with safety equipment (safety mats light curtain e-stop circuits)
Proficiency developing PFMEAs, Operator Instructions, Control Plans, and Process Flow Charts
Working knowledge of gage & layout procedures
Demonstrated leadership, team building, problem solving and decision making skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), ACAD, VisView, or other
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to support extended hours (including weekends), multiple shifts, and minimal travel as required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field
An Associate's Degree in Electrical with 5 plus years' experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
Preferred
Experience with fastener torque systems
Company
Dana Incorporated
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$466.77M2023-05-10Post Ipo Debt· $466.77M
2008-02-01IPO
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