Controls Engineer II @ ALTEN Technology

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Responsibilities

Lead the assembly and machining controls engineering deliverables for PTO programs, from simultaneous engineering through program launch for all Global PTO sites.
Implement and apply standard software and hardware controls architectures across all programs/plants, following the PTO controls specification.
Ensure the identification and capture of lessons learned along with their application to new programs, as well as the impact to existing strategies and standards.
Lead simultaneous engineering meetings with Tier I suppliers to orchestrate controls program reviews with all interested parties.
Participate in management program reviews and represent the controls organization in commodity discussions.
Drive the controls organization to resolve issues, including feasibility, timing, cost and workload.
Handle current scope program responsibilities.
Deliver new model program work for various Powertrain programs supporting and working in either SE MI, Ohio or Windsor, ONT.
Travel up to 80% during peak program times.
Work off shift, as the need arises, during peak program install and launch times.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s Degree, Electrical Engineering
5-10+ years’ experience in controls engineering with strong ability to quickly learn and apply controls knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applied experience in Structured Control Language (SCL)
Including FC/FB Editing and creation
Extensive software programming experience - Siemens based preferred
Direct program experience with assembly and machining controls architectures (hardware/software)
Validated programming capabilities with Siemens, Schneider, Bosch PLCs and with CNC/Motion controls systems
Hands-on knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and fix PLC, CNC, robot, vision and other automation issues
Demonstrated skill in cell machining systems and integration of CNC controls, gantries and auxiliary equipment
Knowledge of assembly and machining RFID systems including complexity management, and QOS strategies
Knowledge of international electrical/safety standards (UL, ISO, IEC etc) and familiarity with internal/external safety processes (risk assessments, PSS, coordinated safety etc.)
Able to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints and design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints
Understanding of communication network architectures and field bus protocols
Extensive knowledge of PTME IT standard footprint applications such as FIS, QLSM, QWX, GPTS, QDAS, OBL, PDS etc.
Familiarity with program delivery elements from the cost study phase to launch
Process engineering knowledge including GPDS deliverables and plant operational impact of controls designs
Experience interacting with senior management, process engineering, safety, IT, and plant production teams
Self-starter, self-directed with extremely good influential, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Robust manufacturing background with heavy emphasis on production related controls experience
Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead in the technical aspects of the role
One or more years of experience with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)
Experience using problem-solving skills within FMEA, DOE, DMAIC, 5D, 8D processes

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.