Controls Technologist

Posted 6 Days Ago
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Detroit, MI
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
The Controls Technologist is responsible for installing, debugging, and maintaining PLC-based control systems. They provide production support, document technical specifications, conduct testing, and work with various engineering and production teams, ensuring adherence to safety policies.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Job Responsibilities:
Your role with us:

  • Responsible for the installation, de-bug, and maintenance of new and existing PLC-based control systems.
  • Provide production support by troubleshooting and resolving machine PLC-related issues.
  • Produce and update documents including work/user instructions, functional specifications, detailed design specifications, electrical and pneumatic schematics, etc.
  • Conduct machine functionality and fault recovery testing and participate in project startup and machine commissioning.
  • Work collaboratively with Manufacturing Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, Production Supervisors, and other internal staff.
  • Displays a positive attitude towards safety, works safely, and follows all the Company's safety policies and procedures.


Education/Certification/Licensure:

  • Associate degree or trades qualification in Engineering, Mechatronics, PLC, Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.


Experience:

  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Control Technician/Technologist preferred.


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Basic knowledge of the following software packages: Allen Bradley RSLogix500/5000, Factory Talk View Studio.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply basic ladder logic principles, control for I/O, ability to understand PLC commands, and HMI usage.
  • Ability to work overtime as per job requirements.
  • Knowledge of industrial networks (DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, IO-Link, etc.).
  • Familiar with Vision Systems (Keyence, Cognex).
  • Demonstrated ability to use proximity switches, load cells, solenoids, relays, signal conditioners, etc.
  • Ability to read and understand technical documents and schematic design specifications.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
  • Team-oriented, ability to interact with people at all levels and departments.


Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Seating

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries.

We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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