Controls Engineer

Full Time
Wixom, MI 48393
Posted Today
Job description

Who Are We:

Minth Group was founded in 1992 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (stock code: 00425) on December 1, 2005. Now it has become one of the top 100 global auto parts companies. Minth Group has the world's best customer platform, is the world's largest supplier of aluminum battery boxes, and the most complete supplier of surface treatment. At present, Minth Group has 4 major product lines of plastic parts, metal body systems, battery boxes and new businesses, 5 major R&D centers, and more than 60 production factories worldwide, covering China, the United States, Mexico, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Serbia, Czech Republic, Poland, Japan, Thailand and other countries, the group employs nearly 20,000 people, has customers in more than 30 countries around the world, and serves more than 60 automobile brands.


Our Engineering team is expanding and looking to add an Automation/Controls Engineer. We are looking for a dynamic and driven candidate who is interested in joining a fast-growing global company in the automotive sector.

Automation/Controls Engineer is a highly technical position that is responsible to develop, coordinate, qualify, and supervise design, construction, functionality, and buy-off of Automated assembly equipment. In addition, will be required to diagnose, analyze, and recommend solutions for tooling/processing concerns. Responsible for understanding product requirements, preparing RFQ’s based on conceptual designs and sequence of operations, and communicating technical information to suppliers. Other duties include:

  • Analyze and interpret concepts and needs of programs to implement the automation line required to support the development of new products and existing products
  • Development and implementation of mechanical systems for assembly/manufacture of various automotive processes
  • Continuously improve all aspects of product development related to design, tool award, buy-off and installation at the manufacturing plant
  • Responsible for quoting and implementation of all engineering changes as it relates to secondary tools; supporting the new business quoting process with tooling cost and manufacturing process flow
  • Perform and lead the design, installation, programming, maintenance and troubleshooting activities for the new and existing automation systems
  • Programming and troubleshooting on automation systems, process control systems
  • Generate concepts for improvement projects, including measurement of benefits and development of project cost/benefit analyses
  • Devising new approaches to problems, preparing or modifying drawings, specifications, calculations, charts and graphs, and monitoring work for compliance to applicable codes
  • Identify the process improvement opportunities using existing and new processes, and initialize coordinate projects
  • Through consistent use of our Code of Conduct foster a spirit of teamwork, responsibility and cooperation with Suppliers and Customers and throughout the Company
  • Maintain the highest level of integrity in dealings with employees, customers, vendors, and members of the general public
  • Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks including setting priorities for task execution
  • Capable of managing the above responsibilities in an international, multicultural setting
  • Document the open issues and lessons learned


To qualify for this role you must meet the following:

  • Associates Engineering Degree preferred as a minimum or equivalent educational background/experience
  • Minimum 5 years relevant work experience including manufacturing processing/ tool work
  • A strong background in pneumatics, hydraulics, fixture, and trimming of multiple materials with an emphasis on design is required
  • Working knowledge and understanding of photoelectric sensors, vision sensors, variable frequency drives, programmable logic controllers, sensors and switches, human-machine interface panels, robotics, servo motors and machine safety systems
  • 3D CAD experience is a plus
  • Robotics experience preferred, Kuka, Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, Nachi
  • Good experience with PLC’s/HMI’s, servo drives, VFDs
  • Working knowledge of GD&T
  • Able to travel about 50% to local and overseas tooling sources without any restrictions


Key to being successful in this role:

  • Proven experience with handling multiple complex projects
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Proficient planning and organization/work management skills
  • Results oriented/self-starter
  • Familiarity with PC based programs ( Windows, Excel, Word, Spinfire ,PPT)
  • Problem assessment and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work non-traditional work hours as needed


Why work for Minth? Here are the advantages of working at Minth.

  • International development platform
  • Dynamic and efficient team
  • All-round personal improvement
  • Personalized humanistic care
  • Diversified working atmosphere
  • Modern office setting
  • Competitive compensation package

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