Controls Engineer

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.

For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

Summary:

Provides support, leadership and direction to the Engineering Team in the development of standards and specifications as it pertains to new equipment and to Maintenance Technicians on the controls function for the Maintenance Department. Designs, develops, deploys and enhances process control systems and optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity. This includes developing and maintaining control and visualization systems using Ignition, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SQL-based data interfaces.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with process/product engineering and maintenance to make necessary changes to equipment for improvements, reduce downtime, increase efficiencies, system upgrades, preventative procedures, product changes, and new product launches.
• Provides technical support for controls systems during the introduction of new equipment.
• Contributes to cross-functional project teams supporting activities related to controls issues including, but not limited to, programming PLCs, Human Machine Interface (HMI), robots, welders, and troubleshooting electrical controls.
• Assists in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing production equipment.
• Conducts verification tests to confirm machine performance and adherence to control design specifications.
• Provides guidance, support and planning regarding updates, modifications, and continuous improvement of existing controls systems including robotic programs, ladder logic programs, relay logic, electrical distribution, motor controls, operator interface, hydraulics, and pneumatics distribution and control.
• Maintains the upkeep of process control computers, software licensing agreements, and backups of software files to minimize the downtime of manufacturing equipment.
• Maintains proper controls-specific documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer(s) (e.g., electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, panel layouts, PLC, operator display, operator interface, robot programs, and machine power distribution) throughout equipment life cycle and documents any changes during that time.
• Solves quality problems associated with process control systems and develops software to diagnose quality problems.
• Manages projects including cost estimation, timing, and scheduling to improve equipment productivity and capability.
• Designs new process control systems (including hardware) as needed for new product development for the plant as well as modifications to existing processes.
• Provides leadership and direction to maintenance personnel during equipment downtime situations, and coordinates with the production management team.
• Develops training material and the technical training of all Maintenance personnel in the area of controls systems.
• Supports engineering in the implementation of standards and specifications as it is related to controls systems
• Develops and maintains Ignition SCADA/MES projects, including scripting, tag structure, and SQL database connectivity for data acquisition and visualization.
• Writes and debugs Python scripts within Ignition or standalone applications for automation, reporting, and data processing tasks.
• Programs, configures, and integrates vision systems
• Designs and implements control solutions across multiple platforms including Allen-Bradley (RSLogix/Studio 5000) and Siemens (Step7/TIA Portal)
• Collaborates with robotics and automation engineers on system integration involving UR, Epson, and other industrial robots, ensuring coordinated operation between PLC, SCADA, and vision systems.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Ability to balance multiple projects and shift priorities to meet business needs.
• Can quickly build strong relationships and trust to affect difficult change.
• Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative to make improvements
• Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviors in all activities; maintains accountability for performance.
• Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational and communication skills.
• Proven experience as an Instrument and Control engineer in an engineering firm, process or power plant, or some combination thereof required.
• Strong experience needed in most of the following areas:

• Solid understanding of computer programming and software development is critical
• PLC, HMI, Ignition, SQL, Python, vision systems (Cognex, Keyence), and robot programming
• Troubleshooting equipment problems
• Performing complex testing of electrical and pneumatic systems
• Development and review of wiring diagrams and schematics including motor control
• Preference given to those with work experience using Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000, Siemens Step7/TIA Portal, Ignition SCADA, and industrial robotics integration
• Preparation of purchase specifications for instrumentation and controls
• Design of single line diagrams
• Selection and specification of electrical equipment
• Understanding and evaluation of network architecture
• Understanding of system operating descriptions, distributed I/O, P&ID diagrams, instrument ISA data sheets, instrument installation details, low voltage wiring, physical conduit routing and cable tray design

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferably electrical or mechanical. Will consider equivalent combination of education and work experience.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.

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