Controls Engineer

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 402,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2017). The company generated sales of $88.2 billion in 2017. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

As part of the Mobilitity Solutions division, the Florence KY plant is one of the world's leading automotive steering supplier locations. Robert Bosch Automotive Steering LLC is growing in the market and continues to innovate and develop new products to meet customer needs.

SUMMARY

The Controls Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, improvement, and optimization of control systems, including machine, robot, vision systems, and measurement programs. This role also maintains equipment documentation and technical prints. It involves solving complex automation and programming challenges with minimal supervision and escalating only the most critical issues when necessary. The Controls Engineer is expected to be available outside of standard working hours to support urgent production needs when required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex programming issues in control systems and automation equipment. Identify and engage external expertise when necessary
• Debug and implement process improvements for assembly and manufacturing line controls to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Design, develop, and optimize control concepts for automated equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and modify robot-to-PLC interface programs to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Maintain, update, and improve vision inspection systems as part of the automation process.
• Support maintenance teams in diagnosing and resolving equipment-related issues.
• Provide hands-on training and technical guidance to maintenance personnel on control systems and automation equipment.
• Stay current with new technologies, software, and hardware to maintain a high level of technical proficiency.
• Execute special projects and assignments as directed by management.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge and capability in PLC programming languages.
• The standard work schedule for this position is Wednesday through Sunday, with flexibility required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is required.

Advanced knowledge of PLC programming is expected, typically gained through a minimum of three years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or automation environment.

Three to five years of relevant experience and/or specialized training in industrial control systems, automation, robotics, or a related field is required.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Robert Bosch Automotive Steering, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.