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Controls Automation Specialist

2 months ago

Troy, Michigan, United States Altair Full time
Shaping the Future through the Integration of Simulation and Data

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Controls Automation Specialist to join our innovative team. This role is pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Controls Automation Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the afternoon shift in the Transmission Assembly and Machining sector. Your tasks will include:
  • Enhancing control systems and machinery by leveraging Factory Information Systems (FIS) data.
  • Leading efforts to diagnose and resolve equipment performance challenges.
  • Coordinating troubleshooting initiatives; organizing resources to identify root causes and implement solutions.
  • Facilitating training sessions for manufacturing staff and plant electricians.
  • Integrating control systems with IT frameworks such as Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS.
  • Diagnosing issues related to machinery, robotics, automation, and control systems.
  • Utilizing FIS plant monitoring tools to analyze equipment cycle times.
  • Overseeing project installations and ensuring compliance with specifications.
  • Reprogramming machinery for engineering modifications and enhancements while maintaining program backups.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in Controls Engineering within a manufacturing context.
  • Proficiency in PLC logic and controls, with experience in Siemens and Modicon programming.
  • A strong interest in controls engineering and a demonstrated ability to quickly assimilate and apply knowledge.
  • Hands-on experience with assembly and machining control architectures (both hardware and software).
  • Familiarity with programming principles for Siemens, Schneider, Bosch PLCs, as well as CNC and Motion control systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot PLC, CNC, robotic, and other automation-related issues.
  • Knowledge of cell machining systems and the integration of CNC controls, gantries, and auxiliary equipment is advantageous.
  • Understanding of ABB/FANUC robotics.
  • Experience with assembly and machining RFID systems, including complexity management and QOS strategies.
  • Familiarity with Vision Systems.
  • Knowledge of international electrical and safety standards (UL, ISO, IEC, etc.) and internal/external safety processes (risk assessments, PSS, integrated safety, etc.).
  • Ability to interpret controls (electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic) schematics.
  • Understanding of communication network architectures and field bus protocols.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associate's Degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering; Bachelor's Degree is a plus.
  • Experience collaborating with senior management, process engineering, safety, IT, and production teams.
  • Self-motivated and directed, with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • A robust manufacturing background with a focus on production-related controls experience, with flexibility to work off-shift or in a 4-crew environment.
Success Factors:
  • Envision the Future
  • Communicate Openly and Transparently
  • Prioritize Technology and Business
  • Embrace Diversity and Innovation
What We Provide:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Discounts
  • Complimentary training on all Altair products
Why Join Us:

At Altair, we are a global technology leader offering software and cloud solutions in data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). We empower organizations across various industries to thrive in a connected world while fostering a sustainable future. With a team of over 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers across 25 countries, we tackle our customers' most challenging problems and deliver exceptional service, enabling innovators to drive better decisions and transform today's challenges into tomorrow's opportunities.

Our vision is to revolutionize customer decision-making through data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For over 30 years, we have assisted our clients in integrating electronics and controls with mechanical design to enhance product value, develop AI, simulation, and data-driven digital twins for improved decision-making, and provide advanced HPC and cloud solutions for limitless idea exploration.

Ready to embark on this journey? #ONLYFORWARD

We are explorers, innovators, and pioneers at heart. We are the driving force behind some of the world's most groundbreaking innovations, embracing new challenges with enthusiasm. We are the original trailblazers, making the impossible possible and discovering novel solutions to our customers' toughest challenges.

Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our diverse backgrounds contribute to our success, and every member of our global team plays a vital role. We believe that empowering each individual's authentic voice fosters a culture that thrives on the uniqueness of our team.