Industrial Controls Engineer

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you're looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience and improve people's lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are. In this position... As part of our IPI (In-Plant implementation team) team, you'll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we're continually seeking diligent, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles. You will work with vendor controls engineers to install, test, and debug industrial controls logic in support of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES). Although most of our MES PLC code modules are standardized, you may need to create custom PLC code for plant unique situations or modify standard templates 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 Human Machine Interface (HMI) code for Allen-Bradley PanelView HMIs. Assignments may be in support of programs at any of the Ford vehicle assembly plants in North and South America. As such, occasional travel will be required. This position is based in Southeast Michigan. • Provide direction for controls equipment locations for safety, maintenance and production consideration. Verify all Ford safety standards are followed. • Analyze customer requirements and map to our MES systems design. • Develop process flow diagrams based on customer input. • Own the integration of our MES with Ford Vehicle Operations tooling and process control systems. • Work with supplier controls engineers to install, test, and debug standard MES logic and drivers. • Create custom PLC code or modify standard code templates for plant-unique situations. • Modify standard HMI code for Allen Bradley PanelView HMIs for plant specific requirements • To support New Model Program, build events, you may be required to work during nonstandard hours, such as evenings, weekends, or holidays. • High School Diploma or Associate Degree Preferred. • Experience in Industrial Controls preferred • Must be physically able to work on the assembly plant floor (body, paint, and final stages) which include walking extended distance and climbing stairs or ladders to overhead mezzanines where equipment may be located. • You must be legally authorized to travel in U.S.,Canada and Mexico. • Aptitude to learn and apply new technologies. • Ability and willingness to work as an effective member on a team. • Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. • Demonstrated high-level communication and leadership skills. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office application suite. • Working knowledge of AutoCAD drawing package. • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) • Experiences in Ethernet, Device Net, Profinet, Profibus, networking, Ethernet/IP are a plus. • Strong interpersonal skills to build close working relationships. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: This position is a salary grade 6. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call . #LI-Onsite #LI-PS2 Requisition ID : 37194

Created: 2024-10-19