Senior Error Proofing Controls Engineer
Core
Develop, implement, validate, and improve manufacturing error-proofing systems to prevent mis-builds and protect customer quality in automotive production.
Role type
Senior IC controls engineer (manufacturing error-proofing)
Builds
Error-proofing systems (EPP, SEP, FAC), vision systems, scanners, barcode verification, and logic controls for vehicle assembly lines
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
PLC programming, HMI development, controls hardware integration, field troubleshooting, machine vision, barcode/DPM verification, sensor integration, pick-to-light systems, torque/tool interlocks, attribute gages, PFMEA/DFMEA alignment, SOR creation, launch support
Preferred skills
GSIP relationship mapping, tool-event configuration, error-proofing traceability systems, cross-plant launch experience
Technologies
PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, scanners, barcode readers, sensors, pick-to-light, torque wrenches, attribute gages
Responsibilities
Lead error-proofing strategy for manufacturing processes; Translate PFMEA and DFMEA outputs into error-proofing requirements; Partner with cross-functional teams to deploy solutions; Verify pass/fail logic, challenge parts, scanners, and vision systems; Maintain plant error-proofing master lists; Coach junior engineers on implementation and troubleshooting
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC