What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer 2nd or 3rd shift position at Cooper Standard?
Job Description
Position Summary:
Partners with manufacturing to ensure engineered designs, procedures, and processes are established and implemented to continuously improve production equipment electronic controls. Specifically performs electrical and electronic engineering assignments associated with the maintenance, programming, and modification of automated and semi-automated manufacturing production equipment. Assists in the development, application, and maintenance of Company engineering processes and standards.
Primary Responsibilities
Regular
Additional Locations:
Additional Information
Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing recruitment@cooperstandard.com with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.
Remote Status
On-site
Position Summary:
Partners with manufacturing to ensure engineered designs, procedures, and processes are established and implemented to continuously improve production equipment electronic controls. Specifically performs electrical and electronic engineering assignments associated with the maintenance, programming, and modification of automated and semi-automated manufacturing production equipment. Assists in the development, application, and maintenance of Company engineering processes and standards.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supervise and assist Electricians with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and or electronic control systems.
- Provides leadership and documentation of all PLC preventative maintenance.
- Lead and assist Engineers and contractors in the design and development of related equipment schematics to NEC and applicable code requirements.
- Develops standardized work plans and utilizes disciplined and proven problem-solving techniques to determine root cause analysis for equipment downtime and recommends specific process improvements.
- Responsible for process engineering and to provide technical support for plant manufacturing.
- Leads the training and implementation of kaizen events and supports, contributes and routinely demonstrates lean manufacturing principles.
- Partners with plant manufacturing on continuous improvement projects to improve performance and profitability.
- Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards, such as ISO 14001 Environmental Policy, TS Quality System.
- Performs other related engineering duties as assigned.
- May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.
- Associate’s degree in an applicable Engineering field.
- 3-5 years electronic controls experience with RS logic and use of Siemens and/or Allen Bradley PLC’s.
- Documented experience with troubleshooting and training PLC utilization
- Knowledge and familiarity with ITAF16949 Quality System and ISO 14001 an asset.
- Direct knowledge of Electrical codes and standards
- PLC programming
- Requires the ability to work a flexible schedule with OT as needed to maintain production equipment uptime.
- May include periodic short duration of travel.
- Exposure to manufacturing plant environment including: moving mechanical parts, non-hazardous fumes, airborne particles, heat, frequent standing/walking, and moderate noise level.
- Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
- Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury
Regular
Additional Locations:
Additional Information
Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing recruitment@cooperstandard.com with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.
Remote Status
On-site