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JTEKT Automotive Mexico · 3 months ago

Production Engineer - Controls and Automation focused

JTEKT Automotive, 1866 Old Grove Rd, PIEDMONT, South Carolina, United States of America

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

JTEKT North America is a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions, and high-performance machine tools. As a Control Engineer, you’ll be responsible for designing, programming, and optimizing advanced automation systems for high-volume production lines.

Automotive

Responsibilities

Architect and program PLC/SCADA/HMI systems for high-volume, 24/7 production lines using Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, and Fanuc PMC platforms

Integrate and support Fanuc robotics and Keyence vision/laser systems for automated inspection and traceability

Collaborate with Process Engineering, Quality, and Corporate PE teams to deploy turnkey automation cells and support new product launches

Lead root-cause analyses to resolve technical issues and reduce unplanned downtime

Drive data-driven improvements using OEE, SPC, and other analytics tools to enhance quality and efficiency

Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and gauging to support robust and repeatable manufacturing processes

Analyze and optimize processes to improve quality, reduce costs, and shorten cycle times

Update and manage engineering documentation and implement process changes in support of APQP and PPAP

Commission and validate new equipment to meet production and quality standards; evaluate and adjust spare parts strategies

Conduct equipment capability studies, develop PFMEAs, and manage capital equipment purchases

Generate detailed engineering reports and lead projects related to process changes and new product introductions

Support 5S and safety initiatives to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment

Mentor and assist maintenance and production teams with troubleshooting and long-term system reliability

Take ownership of additional responsibilities as assigned by management

Work overtime as needed to support production schedules, equipment launches, or urgent troubleshooting

Other duties as assigned by management

Qualification

PLC programmingSCADA systemsFanuc roboticsKeyence vision systemsElectrical schematicsData analytics toolsLeanSix SigmaCommitment to safetyProblem-solvingCross-functional collaboration

Required

Proficient in PLC/HMI programming (Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA systems for high-volume automation

Strong problem-solving skills for automated equipment troubleshooting and root cause analysis; ability to read and develop electrical schematics and troubleshoot complex control systems

Experienced in controls software development, implementation, and debugging

Effective in cross-functional collaboration and managing capital projects and use of data analytics tools (OEE, SPC) to drive performance improvements

Knowledge of the following: Lean, Six Sigma, TPS, IATF 16949 and engineering documentation standards for process optimization and continuous improvement

Commitment to safety and 5S (maintaining a clean and efficient work environment)

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation or related field) and/or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

3+ years of experience in electrical and controls design for automated equipment; controls software development, implementation and troubleshooting

Work shift as assigned and overtime is required, as needed

Will be required to do the following throughout the shift: standing, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching above and below shoulders, moving left to right repetitively, grasping, and fine finger dexterity

May be required to lift during shift up to 40 lbs

Specific vision abilities required with this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

The performance of this position requires exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses with side shields

Forklift, walkee stacker, and or scissor lift experience