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Lear Corporation
Automation Controls Engineer II
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An Automation Engineer develops and implements testing strategies and toolsets with the goal of increasing process automation. Establishes appropriate measures to validate and report on software quality. Designs and implements test automation to improve system reliability and stability. Designs and supports frameworks for test infrastructure. Provides automation expertise and mentoring.
$119,745 / year median in Michigan
-1% projected decline
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Job Description As a member of the Automation team, the Automation Engineer II will be responsible for Leading, Supporting, Implementing, and Managing Automation projections while driving innovation in advancements. The candidate will use their vast knowledge, experience, and resourcefulness to lead and implement automation cells and drive standards across North America. The candidate must be able to develop the concept, aid in the mechanical- Electrical design, install, train the receiving plant, and provide ongoing support for the robot cell. The candidate must also possess the skill to project lead other Integrators as a subject matter expert. Advantages of working at Lear in the Automation group: Drive Innovation with new advancements in Industry Opportunities for future training to broaden skills Be part of a team of experts to drive solutions that improve efficiencies, safety, and quality Work with multiple assembly plants and integrator. Responsibilities Responsible for projects from technical specification to startup support Design and develop all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and programming using Lear standards and build upon with innovative ideas Write, implement, and debug PLC software Develop contingency and disaster recovery plans Support install, launch and production of all cells. Support implementation of proven and newly developed advanced automation. Robust programming to increase equipment uptime without continuous intervention. Document and use existing control standards to develop requirements for automated cells Willingness to travel in North America - time traveling can be up to 30-40% Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and/or Software Engineering or 5+ years' experience in a similar role Experience Requirements Expert in RSLogix500, RSLogix5000, Studio5000, and FactoryTalk View Studio Ability to navigate and interpret structured text programming languages like Visual Basic, C++, C#, and Python Fanuc and Universal Robotics Programming or basic understanding with Robotics Knowledgeable of I/O link, AB components, drive control, Keyence cameras, and industrial networking Basic experience with Vision systems to guide robot - offsets Understand and communicate applicable safety standards: general industry (OSHA 1910), machine guarding, robot safety (ANSI/RIA 15.06), automated vehicles, conveyor safety Supporting member of Risk Assessments on all automated equipment Ability to read and create electrical drawings in AutoCAD Coordinate and manage controls systems Communication with external manufacturing system/MES and OPC Experience with SCADA systems Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy Self-driven and willingness to work long hours during installations, if required Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time
Job Description As a member of the Automation team, the Automation Engineer II will be responsible for Leading, Supporting, Implementing, and Managing Automation projections while driving innovation in advancements. The candidate will use their vast knowledge, experience, and resourcefulness to lead and implement automation cells and drive standards across North America. The candidate must be able to develop the concept, aid in the mechanical- Electrical design, install, train the receiving plant, and provide ongoing support for the robot cell. The candidate must also possess the skill to project lead other Integrators as a subject matter expert. Advantages of working at Lear in the Automation group: Drive Innovation with new advancements in Industry Opportunities for future training to broaden skills Be part of a team of experts to drive solutions that improve efficiencies, safety, and quality Work with multiple assembly plants and integrator. Responsibilities Responsible for projects from technical specification to startup support Design and develop all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and programming using Lear standards and build upon with innovative ideas Write, implement, and debug PLC software Develop contingency and disaster recovery plans Support install, launch and production of all cells. Support implementation of proven and newly developed advanced automation. Robust programming to increase equipment uptime without continuous intervention. Document and use existing control standards to develop requirements for automated cells Willingness to travel in North America - time traveling can be up to 30-40% Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and/or Software Engineering or 5+ years' experience in a similar role Experience Requirements Expert in RSLogix500, RSLogix5000, Studio5000, and FactoryTalk View Studio Ability to navigate and interpret structured text programming languages like Visual Basic, C++, C#, and Python Fanuc and Universal Robotics Programming or basic understanding with Robotics Knowledgeable of I/O link, AB components, drive control, Keyence cameras, and industrial networking Basic experience with Vision systems to guide robot - offsets Understand and communicate applicable safety standards: general industry (OSHA 1910), machine guarding, robot safety (ANSI/RIA 15.06), automated vehicles, conveyor safety Supporting member of Risk Assessments on all automated equipment Ability to read and create electrical drawings in AutoCAD Coordinate and manage controls systems Communication with external manufacturing system/MES and OPC Experience with SCADA systems Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy Self-driven and willingness to work long hours during installations, if required Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time