Controls Engineer

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About this Position

The Connection Systems North America (CS NA) team has an exciting opportunity for a Controls (Electrical) Engineer. Under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering General Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing on-site electrical engineering support within the high speed metal stamping operation, primarily for machine vision. The Controls (Electrical) Engineer will identify and implement improvements and align new technologies within the stamping industry to update manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide on-site support to manufacturing operations in order maintain production processes
• Troubleshoot process issues with skilled tradesmen
• Improve processes through the identification of daily manufacturing problems (ex: error proofing quality, improving up-time, cycle speed, reduction in waste, etc.)
• Develop expertise in metal stamping operations control systems, particularly vision system programming, terminal presses, winding equipment and all other sub processes
• Obtain quotes, write purchase requisitions for project needs, maintain control of spending on projects for new equipment and existing equipment revisions
• Communicate projects or specific assignment status through verbal and written communication
• Develop planned maintenance procedures as well as support plant maintenance activities
• Keep current on new technology within the stamping industry for new manufacturing systems
• Follow all Aptiv Corporate and local procedures
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in developing/programming machine vision systems.
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a unionized environment

Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications)

• Expertise in developing/programming Cognex and Datalogic Vision Systems.
• In-depth machine controls aptitude, machinery and equipment electrical support and machine control programming (Rockwell software a plus).
• Expertise in equipment communication, networking, integration, etc.
• Prior plant process support, experience in electrical support of stamping presses, servo feeds, machine vision, robotics (Fanuc a plus), IT communications, etc.
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Resourcefully innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing environment
• Minimal domestic and/or international travel possible - very limited to special circumstances.

Traits We Seek

• Curiously investigate everything - ability to solve problems analytically, creatively and collaboratively
• Lead with confidence - thought leaders who empower those around them
• Learn by doing - an entrepreneurial mindset that's driven by hands-on experimentation
• Embrace resilience - seeing every challenge as a learning opportunity and invitation to grow

Aptiv Rewards and Advantages

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Competitive health benefits
• 401K with matching contribution
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Signal & Power Solutions reflects the growing significance of next-generation architectures with high-speed data and electrical power distribution as the foundation necessary for future mobility. We supply "the nervous system" of the vehicle, providing the complete design, manufacturing, and assembly of vehicle electrical systems. This includes wiring harnesses, connection systems and cable management solutions.

Candidates for positions with Aptiv must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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