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American Axle & Manufacturing

Driveline components and metal forming supplier

CNC Regulation Specialist

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVigo, Pontevedra, SpainNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • In-depth knowledge of configuring and integrating machine data and servo-drive parameters, including Sinumerik, Sinamics, and PLC systems.
  • Thorough knowledge of multi-brand control systems, including Siemens Sinumerik and Fagor.
  • Knowledge of configuring axis travel limits, backlash compensation, spindle-pitch calibration, and axis interpolation, particularly on complex or multitasking machines.
  • Knowledge of modifying and debugging PMC/PLC interface logic connecting operator and CNC functions to machine equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, tool changers, turrets, extractors, and cooling systems.
  • Knowledge of configuring machine optical scales and workpiece/tool probes, including Renishaw, Heidenhain, and Fagor systems.
  • Knowledge of industrial communication networks including Profinet, Profibus, and Ethernet, and diagnosing them to ensure real-time signal exchange.
  • Ability to use precision instruments such as dial indicators, electronic levels, laser measurement systems, and interferometers to verify machine leveling and orthogonality.
  • Knowledge of kinematic axis calibration and correcting deviations in the rotation centers of rotary axes using specific cycles.
  • Knowledge of tuning control loops, including optimizing motor gain (KV) and acceleration to prevent vibration and part marks and achieve high-quality finishes at high performance.
  • Knowledge of standardized geometric tests, including the circle test and ISO 230, to validate machine dynamic accuracy.
  • Ability to diagnose critical machine failures by analyzing logic, electrical signals, and communications to quickly isolate root causes.
  • Use of clean, open, and maintainable methodologies.
  • Basic knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
  • Knowledge of electrical safety regulations and lockout/tagout (LOTO).
  • Knowledge of 5S and industrial safety practices.
  • Knowledge of Spanish regulation RD 614/2001 on minimum requirements for protecting workers from electrical risk.
  • User-level knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
  • Degree in Industrial Technologies, Electronics, or Automation, or a higher vocational qualification in Mechanical Manufacturing Programming, Automatic Regulation and Control Systems, or equivalent Industrial Mechatronics training.
  • Proactive approach, good communication, project management, systematic and analytical capability, listening ability, teamwork, problem-solving, learning ability, and commitment.

Responsibilities

  • Configure, adjust, validate, and optimize CNC systems and machine-tool dynamics during development, commissioning, and industrialization, ensuring required precision, stability, productivity, and reliability while complying with applicable law and company policies.
  • Manage machine variables by configuring and integrating machine data and servo-drive parameters.
  • Configure axis synchronization, travel limits, backlash compensation, spindle-pitch calibration, and axis interpolation.
  • Modify and debug PMC/PLC interface code connecting operator and CNC functions with physical machine equipment.
  • Configure machine optical scales and workpiece/tool probes.
  • Diagnose industrial communication networks to ensure real-time signal exchange.
  • Use precision measurement tools to verify machine leveling and orthogonality.
  • Calibrate rotary-axis kinematics to correct deviations in rotation centers.
  • Tune control loops and motor response to prevent vibration and surface marks and improve machining performance.
  • Execute standardized geometric tests, including circle tests and ISO 230, to validate machine dynamic accuracy before final delivery.
  • Find root causes of critical machine failures by analyzing logic, electrical signals, and communications.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree in Mechatronics is valued.
  • English proficiency is valued.

About the Company

American Axle & Manufacturing

Driveline components and metal forming supplier

American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) is a global Tier 1 supplier that designs, engineers, and manufactures driveline and metal forming components for vehicles. Its products include axles, driveshafts, transmission parts, and forged or cast metal components used in the powertrain. AAM serves major OEMs by integrating these parts into new vehicles and also sells OE-quality replacement parts in the aftermarket. Its focus on both traditional internal combustion drivetrains and electric/hybrid powertrains helps manufacturers bring vehicles to market and support aftersales with reliable, integrated solutions.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Detroit, MI
Founded
1994

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