We are AUTOKINITON

AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

· Provide the necessary Electrical Controls Engineering skills and leadership to the Engineering and Operations departments to achieve optimal levels of safety, quality, productivity and delivery to assure internal and external customer satisfaction.

· Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.

· Program PLC ladder logic.

· Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.

· Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.

· Generate wiring schematics and control drawings with AutoCAD, maintain all plant electrical prints.

· Work closely with engineering team to define system control needs.

· Assist corporate controls in engineering changes and new programs.

· Guides design, develops and tests electrical control methods, materials, processes and results.

· Champion assigned engineering changes communicate and coordinate accordingly to all departments.

· Train, coach and mentor the electrical controls process for controls engineers, manufacturing and skilled trades associates.

This full-time salary-exempt role is a part of our Plant Maintenance Team and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Required experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred.

· Minimum of six (6) years or more of related technical and hands on experience equivalent experience in Engineering or Engineering cross discipline required.

· Experienced controls engineer with working knowledge of appropriate electrical controls and safety engineering standards, and industry practices.

· Working knowledge of PLC hardware and Ladder Logic programming.

· Excellent “hands on” electrical/mechanical aptitude.

· Computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

· Understanding electrical/controls circuitry and schematics.

· Working knowledge of AutoCAD

· Working knowledge of Ethernet, factory automation systems (Activplant) and server networking.

· Knowledge of NEC and general machine safety, electrical safety and machine guarding components; high level of safety awareness (RIA and OSHA}.

· Knowledge of ANSI standards for presses and assembly machines.

· Knowledge of factory information system.

· Specialized knowledge of the following electrical/mechanical components:

· Optical/Inductive/Capacitive sensors

· Motors and drive systems

· Contactors, starters, relays, switches

· Power supplies and transformers

· Electrical enclosures and wiring devices.

· Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

· Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.

Working conditions:

· We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our Auburn, Indiana offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

· Family Oriented Town and Atmosphere

· Open and trustworthy company culture with a ‘People First” mentality

· We value our associates and their safety before any numbers.

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

· Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

· Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

· Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

· Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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