Position Description:
Position Title: Engineering Specialist – We are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and selling high-quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community, and the world in which we live. Position Duties: • Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data • Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues • Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated • Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians • Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS. • Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime • Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment • Review and coordinate project installations • Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements • Maintain program backups for machinery and automation • Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots • Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety We commit to our products and customers, but also know that our employees are the driving force behind our success. Find out what it is like to love your job. Discover a Company that is focused on designing better cars, but also cares about you, your family, and your community. By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
Skills Required:
Access Controls, Siemens, Backup Software, Software Development, PLC/CNC, Robotics, Computer Vision
Experience Required:
• Education: High School Diploma • Experience: 5+ yrs of related experience • Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills • Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members when required • Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) • PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley)
Experience Preferred:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering • Experience: o Effective oral and written communication skills o Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience o 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills o Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping o Familiar with UL508A requirements and NFPA79 o Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting o Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming o Fanuc controls troubleshooting
Education Required:
High School Diploma / GED
Education Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
Additional Information :
Fully onsite.
Why work with us? We are a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work with us, you'll have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, a 401 (k), and competitive pay. Apply today! We are an EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. https://www.optechus.com/eeo_self_identification/