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Controls Engineer Machining Operations

Collabera Inc.

Collabera Inc.

Operations
Detroit, MI, USA
USD 50-55 / hour
Posted on Apr 17, 2025
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Controls Engineer Machining Operations

Contract: Detroit, Michigan, US

Salary Range: 50.00 - 55.00 | Per Hour

Job Code: 361082

End Date: 2025-05-16

Days Left: 28 days, 7 hours left

Client: Commercial Vehicle Industry
Title: Controls Engineer, Machining Operations
Location: Detroit, MI
Duration: 24 Months
Shift: Either 3pm-11pm or 11pm-7am (Monday- Friday)
Position Title:
Controls Engineer, Machining Operations
Top 3 must-have skills:
  • Siemens step 7 PLC exp
  • 840 D controls exp
  • Communication protocol
Position Summary:
Perform electrical controls support needed to provide continuous operation of Heavy Duty Engine (HDE) Machining Operations. Machining lines to include: Blocks, Connecting Rods, Heads, and Liners, as well as Turbo Machining & Assembly Operations. The Controls Engineer strives to maintain the operational readiness of all machining equipment, working cross-functionally with Maintenance Supervisors & Mechanical Engineers, Skilled Trades Leaders, and Operations & Quality Department support team members.
Job Functions:

  • Troubleshoot, modify, and support hardware and software for PLC, CNC, HMI, and Robot controls.

  • Troubleshoot, modify, and support device level networks.

  • Troubleshoot, modify, and support servo and variable frequency drive hardware and software.

  • Implement and support machining monitoring systems with emphasis on interfacing to higher level systems.

  • Apply controls technology to new and existing processes to provide optimal machining solutions.

  • Specify, manage, and assist with control designs for new machining equipment procurement.

  • Provide controls technical assistance and support to machining operations.

  • Support a collaborative team of Skilled Trades, Supervisors & Process Engineers in the diagnosing & repairs of CNC and Assembly Machining Operations.

  • Assist Skilled Tradesmen in use of technical drawings & OEM documentation needed to troubleshoot faults, diagnose equipment failure, and facilitate repairs.

Basic Qualifications Required:

  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field, or in lieu of degree; 8 years functional working experience.

  • Proficient in manufacturing equipment hardware and software design practices & standards (i.e. PLC’s, HMI’s, servo systems, robotics, vision systems, etc.)

  • Proficient with PC hardware and commercially available software.

  • Knowledge of networks & database operations.

  • Knowledge of electrical codes & standards.

  • Knowledge of safety codes and standards.

  • Proficient with AutoCAD and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Effective oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.

  • Ability to read, interpret, and create drawings of building, facility infrastructure, and testing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficient with Siemens Step 7 PLC’s / TIA Portal, Siemens 840D NC Programming, and Siemens VFD’s, servos, and software.

  • Proficient with Fanuc robots, Cognex vision control systems, & Trumpf laser systems.

  • Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC’s, VFD’s, servos, and software.

  • Knowledge of fluid systems (pneumatic, hydraulic, coolant, and lubrication).

  • Knowledge of metal cutting, press force monitoring, part marking, fastening, washing, and filter manufacturing & machining processes.

  • Familiarity with Maximo, SAP, and Outlook.

Job Requirement
  • Maximo
  • SAP
  • Outlook
  • Siemens
  • AutoCAD
  • hardware
  • networks
  • 840 D controls exp
  • Communication protocol
  • Siemens step 7 PLC exp
Reach Out to a Recruiter
  • Recruiter
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Gujari Sai Milan
  • sai.gujari@collabera.com
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