Controls Engineer I - Night Shift

Join a dynamic and innovative team for the leading North American supplier of Ford F-Series frames!  

 Autokiniton provides value-driven, sustainable automotive components and assembly solutions for our customers. We offer a rewarding compensation and benefits package along with an opportunity to grow within a stable environment that’s building a better foundation for every vehicle on the road. 

 Reasons you will love working here: 

·         Competitive Wages

·         Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k) benefits

·         14 Paid Holidays

·         Vacation time on day one

·         Growth Opportunities with tuition reimbursement programs, opportunities for promotions, paid apprenticeships and much more

Key Responsibilities...

·         Support the installation, programming, and maintenance of PLC-based automation systems

·         Troubleshoot and resolve electrical/control issues in real time to minimize downtime

·         Program PLC ladder logic (Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 preferred)

·         Assist with development and updates of electrical control schematics and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD

·         Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements in equipment reliability, safety, and cycle time

·         Support vision systems and barcode printer setup and maintenance

·         Use FIS (Factory Information Systems) tools to monitor and improve production processes

·         Read and interpret electrical schematics to guide repairs and upgrades

·         Support risk assessments and equipment safety evaluations

·         Assist in training plant maintenance personnel on control systems

·         Perform program backups, firmware updates, and ensure PC/network security for automation systems

·         Work occasional overtime and weekends to support production needs

What You’ll Bring to the Table...

·         1–5 years of hands-on experience in an electrical controls, automation engineering, or similar role.

·         Working knowledge of PLC hardware and ladder logic programming

·         Experience with RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 (Allen-Bradley) or similar PLC software

·         Strong understanding of electrical schematics, circuits, and factory automation systems

·         Basic knowledge of networking (Ethernet/IP), server communication protocols, and FIS

Even Better if You have...

·         Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, or Automation Engineering

·         Robotics experience (FANUC preferred)

·         Background as an electrician or electrical technician

·         Familiarity with optical, inductive, and capacitive sensors, motors, drives, contactors, relays, switches, power supplies, and electrical enclosures

·         Exposure to industrial safety practices and lockout/tagout procedures

·         Experience with Activplant or similar factory information software

·         Ability to continuously assess and implement process improvements for productivity and quality

·         Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles