Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) · 20 hours ago
Controls Engineer (Night Shift 4x10hrs)
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDetroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) is dedicated to creating a culture of service and positive change. The Controls Engineer is responsible for the upkeep and improvement of automation production equipment, ensuring continuous improvement of processes through collaboration with various teams.
AutomotiveLogisticsManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Assist with Machine Breakdowns when maintenance cannot fix in timely manner
When required, interface with other functions (Manufacturing Engineers/Maintenance/New Model Launch/IT)
Develop and Upgrade Vision System to World Class Standards
Provide tools for useful data flow for manufacturing purposes, includes Machine data/Automated Text messages/Reporting Services/ETC
Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company
Programming and updating PLCs (Programming Logic Control) Plant-wide responsibility; Allen Bradley mandatory
Programming and updating HMI (Human Machine Interface) Plant-wide responsibility
Trouble-shooting and resetting robots and cobots
Make programming changes in the event of design changes to robots/cobots
Experience with electrical design, understanding and reading prints, working with OEM’s to ensure quality design standards
Keep all operations equipment running
Minimize downtime
Proactive and timely response and reactions to issues
Qualification
Required
Must be willing to work NIGHT SHIFT (6pm - 4:30am - 4x10hrs)
Bachelor's Degree is highly recommended, however willing to accept an Associates degree with experience
2-5 years' experience in machine startup/debugging is required
Ability to communicate technical data (PLC ladder logic) to staff employees on the floor and management to allow quicker troubleshooting
Knowledge and experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs/HMIs is mandatory
Previous experience in industrial machine debug
Vision/Camera systems experience is required
SQL 2008 or newer
Preferred
Cognex and Keyence systems preferred
Company
Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS)
Detroit Manufacturing Systems engenders pride in our team members, whose lives are transformed by their ability to learn new skills and work every day in a welcoming environment, where we use innovative technology to deliver high-quality parts on time to our customers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bruce Smith
Majority Owner, Chairman and CEO
Tom Swartz
Chief Technology Officer
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