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Controls Implementation Engineer - Vehicle Manufacturing Engrg

Dearborn, MI, United StatesFull-time2026-11-10

Core

Implement and validate industrial controls systems for vehicle manufacturing equipment, from design through commissioning and launch.

Role type

Controls Implementation Engineer

Builds

Automated manufacturing lines and equipment for vehicle production

Domain

Automotive manufacturing / Industrial automation

Required skills

PLC programming and troubleshooting, HMI application development, industrial network troubleshooting, robot integration (FANUC), electrical schematic reading, root-cause analysis, equipment commissioning, safety system validation

Preferred skills

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC experience, FANUC DCS experience, TÜV Functional Safety certification, vision systems integration, error-proofing (poka-yoke), industrial Ethernet experience

Technologies

PLC, HMI, FANUC robots, DCS, Industrial Ethernet, Vision systems, Drives, Safety devices

Responsibilities

Support controls activities from equipment design through installation, commissioning, launch, and final acceptance; Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC and HMI applications; Troubleshoot industrial networks and equipment communication issues; Validate machine safety systems and safe operating conditions; Support integration of drives, sensors, safety devices, vision systems, and fastening systems; Drive controls-related issues to closure with suppliers and cross-functional teams; Ensure controls implementation and documentation meet applicable standards.