Controls Engineer

Job Posting Title

Controls Engineer

Job Description Summary

Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer (Controls Engineer) to lead automation, controls, and Industry 4.0 projects within our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing automation systems, robotic applications, machine vision technologies, and control systems that improve productivity, quality, and operational performance. The position offers significant visibility across the organization and a direct impact on the future of smart manufacturing initiatives.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Define, evaluate, purchase, and implement machine vision systems for component inspection in assembly lines.
• Develop, program, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic systems and automation equipment.
• Create and modify PLC programs to support manufacturing processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, electronic, controls, and automation-related failures.
• Lead automation and Industry 4.0 projects from concept through implementation.
• Support machinery integration, installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing specialists and cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Provide technical training to operations and maintenance personnel on automated systems and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, reliability, quality, and productivity.

Soft Skills

• Effective communication.
• Leadership.
• Proactivity and initiative.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Stress management and adaptability.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.

Organizational Relationships

• Reports directly to the Manufacturing Manager/Hiring Manager.
• Works closely with manufacturing specialists across multiple value streams and manufacturing operations teams.

Travel Requirements

• Availability to travel as required.
• Valid visa required.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Newly created position with high visibility and strategic impact on the business.
• Direct involvement in Industry 4.0 initiatives and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Opportunity to lead technically challenging automation and digitalization projects.
• Significant exposure to robotics, machine vision, controls engineering, and advanced manufacturing systems.

Required Skills and Education

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Or a related engineering discipline with programming and automation experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automation, controls, maintenance, machinery integration, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with robotics, sensors, machine vision systems, and industrial automation.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic and automation-related issues.
• Experience leading automation and technical improvement projects.
• Experience with equipment installation and commissioning is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Robot programming and troubleshooting:
  • Yaskawa
  • FANUC
  • KUKA
• PLC programming and controls:
  • Siemens
  • Allen-Bradley
• Machine vision systems:
  • Keyence Vision Systems
• Industrial networks and communication protocols.
• Automation system integration and controls architecture.
• Electrical and electronic troubleshooting.
• Industrial safety standards and manufacturing best practices.

Language Requirements

• Advanced English proficiency (C1 level).

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

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