MAHLE · 14 hours ago
Controls Engineer
MAHLE is a global leader in automotive technology, and they are seeking a Controls Engineer to support manufacturing engineering activities. The role involves troubleshooting production issues, providing engineering support, and optimizing equipment performance in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
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Responsibilities
Provide controls engineering support to all plant departments
Troubleshoot production issues; assist &/with direct maintenance controls/electrical/electronic issues on the manufacturing floor related to serial production
Ensure equipment is performing effectively and efficiently
Assist in performance and optimization of preventative maintenance
Analyze equipment operating data to ensure equipment is operating as close to design parameters as possible
Consults at a technical level with maintenance craft workers regarding equipment or work-related problems
Participate in MAHLE Production Systems (MPS) activities in manufacturing areas (Kaizen events, cleaning boards, OEE, etc.)
Support, manage and control Facility Engineering projects/duties
Provide technical assistance and resolution when manufacturing/electrical/electronic problems are encountered before, during and after installation of new equipment or new construction
Create complete and accurate process documentation and manufacturing instructions
Prepare clear & concise technical/non-technical material (reports, presentations, etc.)
Effectively interact with Product, Process, Safety and Environmental department personnel as necessary
Effectively work with people at all levels & within cross-functional team environments to identify problems and provide solutions
Research and implement improvements in the cost, quality or delivery of our products
Reviews approved electrical engineering criteria for new or proposed projects
Coordinates electrical engineering projects for the facility, including electrical codes and regulations
Supports and/or installs PLC and PC software applications, e.g., PLC / HMI, PC software, VFD controls, etc
Knowledge of Allen-Bradley & Siemens components, applications, controls & communication protocols
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited 4-year college or university
3-7 years of engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Automotive preferred
Provide controls engineering support to all plant departments
Troubleshoot production issues; assist &/with direct maintenance controls/electrical/electronic issues on the manufacturing floor related to serial production
Ensure equipment is performing effectively and efficiently
Assist in performance and optimization of preventative maintenance
Analyze equipment operating data to ensure equipment is operating as close to design parameters as possible
Consults at a technical level with maintenance craft workers regarding equipment or work-related problems
Participate in MAHLE Production Systems (MPS) activities in manufacturing areas (Kaizen events, cleaning boards, OEE, etc.)
Support, manage and control Facility Engineering projects/duties
Provide technical assistance and resolution when manufacturing/electrical/electronic problems are encountered before, during and after installation of new equipment or new construction
Create complete and accurate process documentation and manufacturing instructions
Prepare clear & concise technical/non-technical material (reports, presentations, etc.)
Effectively interact with Product, Process, Safety and Environmental department personnel as necessary
Effectively work with people at all levels & within cross-functional team environments to identify problems and provide solutions
Research and implement improvements in the cost, quality or delivery of our products
Reviews approved electrical engineering criteria for new or proposed projects
Coordinates electrical engineering projects for the facility, including electrical codes and regulations
Supports and/or installs PLC and PC software applications, e.g., PLC / HMI, PC software, VFD controls, etc
Knowledge of Allen-Bradley & Siemens components, applications, controls & communication protocols
Preferred
Experience with lean manufacturing techniques including JIT, OEE, line sequencing, KANBAN, etc
Experienced as a leader of cost focused solutions to manufacturing issues
Company
MAHLE
MAHLE offers innovative mobility solutions that stand for clean air, fuel efficiency, and driving pleasure.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$300.7MKey Investors
European Investment Bank
2022-08-30Post Ipo Debt· $300.7M
2005-09-22IPO
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