What are the responsibilities and job description for the Off Shift Controls Technician position at American Axle & Mfg., Inc.?
At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone, and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow.
Job Posting Title
Off Shift Controls TechnicianJob Description Summary
A Controls Tech will diagnose, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical equipment. Assist with project related design, installation, and commissioning of controls systems.Job Description
- Troubleshooting and repair of down equipment.
- Analyzes and resolves machine and conveyor problems.
- Assist the Controls Engineer in the development of controls designs and hardware for new and refurbished manufacturing equipment, automation, and their integration.
- Assist the Controls Engineer in the development and application of vision technology for inspection and bin picking.
- Apply national electrical safety standards for new, refurbished and existing Metal Forming equipment.
- Identify and implement advanced machine control, sensor, vision, and robotic technologies.
Required Skills and Education
- Ability to navigate ladder logic. Allen Bradley and Siemens.
- Previous experience working with 24 DC to 480 volts AC.
- Utilization of test equipment such as a multi-meter, megger, phase rotation meter
- Read and understand blueprints and schematics.
- Ability and knowledge to troubleshoot and repair electrical problems
- Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits / equipment.
- Proven experience in automotive engineering
- Effective communication abilities.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, ambitious environment.
About AAM:
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.
Why Join #TeamAAM:
As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world.
AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.