WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
Candidate will work with vendor controls engineers to install, test, and debug standard NGAVS logic and drivers. He / she may also direct the efforts of others, including agency personnel or third-party controls integrators, depending on the project assigned.
Although most NGAVS PLC code modules are complete a standardized, the candidate may need to create custom PLC code for plant unique situations or modify standard templates and AOLs to address issues identified by others. Duties will include maintenance of PLC code for Allen-Bradley ControlLogix using Rockwell RS5000 software and creation and modification of HMI code for Allen-Bradley PanelView HMIs. Assignments may be in support of programs at any of the Ford vehicle assembly plants in Mexico and Argentina
Responsibilities
- Provide direction for controls equipment locations for safety, maintenance and production consideration for tool install and through launch. Verify all Ford safety standards are followed
- Analyze customer requirements and map to NGAVS systems design
- Develop process flow diagrams based on customer input
- Own for the integration of NGAVS with Ford Vehicle Operations tooling and process control systems
- Work with vendor controls engineers to install, test, and debug standard NGAVS logic and drivers
- Create custom PLC code for plant unique situations or modify standard templates and AOLs to address issues identified by others
- Modify standard HMI code for AllenBradley PanelView HMIs for plant specific requirements
- May also direct the efforts of others, including agency personnel or third-party controls integrators, depending on the project assigned
- To support New Model Program build events the candidate may be required to work during nonstandard hours, such as evenings, weekends, or holidays.
- Must be physically able to work for long hours on the assembly plant floor (body, paint, and final); including walking extended distances and climbing stairs / ladders to overhead mezzanines where equipment may be located
- Candidate must be legally able to travel to and work in Mexico and Argentina
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Computer Systems or Manufacturing or . in Computer Science with emphasis on Manufacturing / Industrial ControlsDemonstrated aptitude to learn and apply new technologies.Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in industrial controls in an automotive environment, preferably with the Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC familyWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office application suiteExperience with SmartEye vehicle identificationExperience with SICK barcode scanners or equivalent (. Keyence, Cognex)Working knowledge of AutoCAD drawing packageKnowledge of Rockwell Factory Talk Production Center a plusAbility to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of operating managementExperiences in Ethernet, Device Net, Profinet, Profibus, etc., networking, especially Ethernet / IPHigh level English (verbal and written)COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervisionValidated high-level communication and leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to work as an effective member on a team.Strong interpersonal skills to build close working relationship with customersundefined