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Under limited supervision, designs, documents, fabricates, implements and troubleshoots controls for semi-automatic and automatic manufacturing equipment, with end goals of improving production safety, quality, capacity and/or lower costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Designs safety and operational controls for new and existing equipment and troubleshoots any issues with these controls, referring complex issues to more experienced engineers when needed. Specifies components for use in equipment for controls systems. Documents control systems in drawings, schematics and spec sheets. Programs PLC controllers and documents PLC programs using ladder logic diagrams. Collaborates with Automation Engineering and Maintenance to verify that the design of all production equipment meets all regulatory and DENSO standards. After consulting with Automation Engineering and Maintenance, creates equipment specifications based upon requirements for GUI/communication interfaces and networking requirements. Collaborates with production planning to schedule electrical work and equipment modifications and/or installation. Develops clear and concise operator instruction manuals. May train or mentor less experienced engineers. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or other related engineering field 5+ years as a Machine builder, Controls Engineer or related PLC programming experience with a focus on Allen Bradley and Studio 5000 Functional experience programming VFD's and Servo controllers. Proficiency in creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics Experience working in a manufacturing environment Strong background of system design, implementation, testing and maintenance Experience with Functional Safety standards

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

PLC programming, controls circuit design, machine safety standards and component selection criteria knowledge and experience required Analytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to complex situations Written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Ability to communicate with internal and external customers on issues of moderate to considerable importance, up to and including senior management. Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines Project management skills, including identifying and scheduling process steps, determining resources and staff required to successfully complete assigned projects or project steps and reporting on project Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to apply process improvement planning and checking to own work output and to assist others with identifying gaps in work results

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Production Environment:

Exposure is to a manufacturing environment, which lends itself to varying levels of exposure to dust, odor, fumes and temperature extremes dependent upon assigned location(s) within the manufacturing plant. Incumbent may be assigned to other areas such as clean room environments or areas where there may be medium to high noise levels requiring participation in the company's Hearing Conservation Program. Employee must wear appropriate protective welding gear, gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs, mask, steel-toed shoes, apron or other predefined personal protective equipment when working in the production and/or warehouse areas. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Throughout the course of the day, the employee is frequently required to sit, climb or stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Depending on location, the employee may be exposed to temperature extremes varying from very hot in summer (up to 100 degrees) to very cold in winter (down to 45 degrees). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often exposed to moving mechanical parts and material handling equipment. In the course of performing welding duties, if a part of assigned job, there is exposure to heat, bright light and airborne ember-like particles. For employees whose regularly assigned work environment is not the production floor, there will be some exposure to dust, odor, fumes, noise, and temperature extremes when job duties take them into the production and/or warehouse areas. Safety shoes, safety glasses and ear protection must be worn while in the production and/or warehouse areas. Reasonable Accommodation Notice Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and any other applicable federal, state, or local law, it is the policy of DENSO to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for DENSO. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact TAApplicationSupport@na.denso.com . Equal Employer Opportunity DENSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 25289 Job Category M&T Posting Date 09/04/2026, 03:41 PM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree Job Schedule Full time Locations DMMI Battle Creek Similar Jobs