Controls Engineer Veedersburg Indiana

thyssenkrupp integrated its Forging & Machining and Undercarriage businesses to start the new business unit Forged Technologies. With roughly 7,000 employees at 18 production sites in seven different countries, thyssenkrupp Forged Technologies has sales of over one billion euros and operates over 50 forging press lines and more than 150 machining and assembly lines in seven countries. The product portfolio includes undercarriage systems for heavy machinery as well as crankshafts, connecting rods, pistons, chassis products, transmission systems and rotor shafts for the automotive industry.

Summary
The Controls Engineer reports to the Shift Engineer and is primarily responsible for hands-on troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing plant equipment to minimize downtime and support reliable production. The position also supports special electronics, controls, and automation projects as needed.

Major Areas of Responsibility
Troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment (hands on)
Taking on special projects pertaining to plant electronics and automation
Analyze breakdown root cause e propose solutions

Specific Responsibilities of the Job
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant equipment involving checking voltages, changing out bad components, cables, switching out gauges, as well as making camera and software adjustments
PLCs troubleshooting, programing and diagnose machine faults/failures
Research and recommend machine control upgrades to address outdated controls
Document changes to electrical drawings and generate upgraded drawings
Prepare daily log reports and document/track the off-shift activity to ensure proper follow-up on machine problems and repairs
Work on special projects such as machine function additions and troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment
Adding PLC relay outputs at the request of the customer
Other projects and responsibilities as specified
This is a hands-on position. Requires getting inside machines to inspect and/or replace parts, disassembling covers, etc.

Qualifications
Education/Credentials/Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Length of Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience troubleshooting electronic controls in a manufacturing setting

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of electronics
Knowledge of Fanuc and ABB robot electronic maintenance and programming
Knowledge of automated transfer systems like gantries
Knowledge of CNC
Knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, & Allen Bradley control systems
Understanding of schematics and program reading
Knowledgeable in a variety of machine software
Ability to work independently as well as with a team
PLC experience, CNC troubleshooting experience, and AC/ DC servo drive experience
Basic algebraic mathematical ability
Understanding of standard to metric conversions
Excellent oral and written language ability
Ability to follow step-by-step procedures
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to learn
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
Project Management skills

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.

We offer an outstanding Benefits Package that includes:

• Company Tuition Reimbursement Package. Quarterly Bonus Program.
• 401K Match
• 120 hours of Paid Time Off after completion of Probation Period.
• Competitive wage with a Skill Pay Program that includes a work service credit on relative education and experience.
• Comprehensive medical plans with flexible cost options.. We also have a Preventative Healthcare and Medical Program with additional premium discount on medical insurance premiums.
• Dental plan.
• Vision Plan.
• Company Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, & Long Term Disability.
• 10 paid Holidays.
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.

The pay for this position is $95,000 to $100,000 per year.

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