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Controls Engineer
- Actalent (Dearborn, MI)
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Description
Provide direction for controls equipment locations for safety, maintenance and production consideration for tool install and through launch
Provide assistance for defining Factory Information System (FIS) assets at PLC level
Support coordination between tooling supplier and plant floor systems supplier for FIS, ILVS, IBSS, etc.,
Support integration of Plant Facilities supplied equipment: energy supplies, operator lift tables
Verify all Ford safety standards are adhered
Perform debug and tool buy-off controls functions that support maintenance and production, i.e., fault diagnostics, manual screen functions, robot control screens, and all remain panel view functions at the plant
Validate the implementation of controls Task updates
Provide support for plants to resolve controls issues and concerns
Provide feedback/lessons learned to the controls standard group
Ensure ross commodity tooling consistency
Mentor tooling suppliers to proved safe, consistent, reliable and maintainable tooling
Verify common Ford programming practices are followed
Support standard group for the controls design/build checklists for each tool prior to scheduled buy-offs, as required
Perform the PLC/robot safety risk assessments and sign EL10 documents
Review, track and help resolve controls issues during launch phase
Assist in the development of a robust prove out and test plan for any new interfaces being developed
Coordinate controls open-issue meetings between all the tooling/facility, integrator and the plants during the launch phase
Support FIS and throughput meetings and issues
Skills
plc programming, controls engineering, assembly equipment, weld, robotics automation, body shop, Body Construction
Top Skills Details
plc programming,controls engineering,assembly equipment
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Must have in-depth knowledge and experience in Ford controls architectures
Must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally - up to 70%
Must be wiling to work overtime, weekends and holidays to ensure completion of assignments
Must have above average communication, leadership and computer skills
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD 2000 and Rockwell Software Suite
Experiences in Ethernet, Device Net, Profinet, Profibus, etc., networking, especially Ethernet/IP
Must be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.87 - $42.88/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dearborn,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.
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