What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at K&K Technical?
Controls Engineer to support the Texas Stamping Production Engineering Team, based in San Antonio, Texas.
In this role, you will support Press and Laser Weld processes and projects, working closely with OEMs, commissioning teams, project management, and maintenance. You will play a critical role in the planning, design, installation, start-up, and support of new and modified stamping and laser weld equipment across North American Manufacturing Company (NAMC) stamping shops, with a strong focus on controls systems performance and reliability.
What You’ll Be Doing
Partner with laser weld OEMs and commissioning teams to ensure equipment is designed and installed in compliance with Toyota specifications
Support and develop Siemens PLC, Servo, and HMI programming for stamping and laser weld equipment
Provide on-site commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting support for new and modified equipment
Learn, document, and standardize laser weld and stamping equipment setup and programming methods
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and controls documentation
Train and support team members and maintenance technicians on equipment modifications and controls standards
Communicate effectively with Project Management, Maintenance, and cross-functional stakeholders
Support shop floor troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and Kaizen activities
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant work experience
Hands-on experience with Siemens PLC programming (Step 7)
Experience with Siemens Simotion Servo Drive programming using Scout software
Siemens HMI programming experience
Proven background in equipment installation and commissioning
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong teamwork skills with a collaborative, problem-solving mindset
Clear and effective verbal and written communication with both technical teams and management
Bonus Points If You Have
Knowledge of the Toyota Production System (TPS)
Experience with laser weld systems or automated manufacturing equipment
Strong ladder logic programming skills
Salary : $45 - $50