Senior Controls Engineer, Body
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Job Location:
Warsaw, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ABOUT SLATE
At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support Body production operations by maintaining troubleshooting and improving automation and control systems. This role is responsible for ensuring maximum uptime implementing running changes and continuously improving PLCs HMIs robots vision systems and automation equipment to deliver safe efficient and high-quality production.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
Provide hands-on troubleshooting and support for PLCs robots motion controls and vision systems in BIW production.
Diagnoses and resolve automation-related downtime quickly to minimize production impact.
Modify and optimize PLC logic HMI screens and robot programs to improve operator and maintenance usability.
Support running changes equipment upgrades and control system updates with minimal disruption to production.
Conduct root cause analysis for automation-related failures throughput issues and quality concerns; drive corrective actions.
Partner with maintenance and engineering teams to develop and maintain documentation training and preventive maintenance plans.
Ensure compliance with safety standards perform risk assessments and maintain safe control logic (safety PLC interlocks DCS).
Track system performance identify recurring issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives in safety quality and uptime.
Collaborate with production supervisors quality and dimensional engineering to support daily plant operations.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical Mechatronics Computer Science or related field.
57 years of experience as a Controls/Automation Engineer in a high-volume manufacturing environment (automotive BIW preferred).
Proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Siemens Rockwell or equivalent).
Experience with HMIs/SCADA systems (WinCC TIA Portal Ignition SCADA or similar).
Hands-on experience with industrial robots (Fanuc strongly preferred) dispense systems and vision/bead detection systems.
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills under production timing constraints.
Knowledge of fieldbus networks safety PLCs and motion control systems.
Familiarity with IATF 16949 PFMEA and control plan methodology.
Ability to standardize and document controls processes for plant-wide use.
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE
At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast Frugal and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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