Automation and PLC Engineer (Controls)

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Summary: This role involves designing, developing, and testing equipment, materials, and processes while creating PLC and HMI programs to advance vehicle safety products. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to contribute to life-saving automotive safety systems 2. Focus on innovation in seatbelts, airbags, and steering wheels 3. International work setting with career and personal development opportunities Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as **Automation and PLC Engineer (Controls)****.** In this role, your responsibilities will be: * Analyze, research, design, develop and test our equipment, materials and processes. * Devise modeling and measuring techniques, troubleshoot machine control problems and facilitate software and process design that satisfies customer needs. * Solid knowledge of mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods and other principles of science and physics. * Create PLC and HMI programs, create hardware designs and modifications. **A successful profile will have:** * Knowledge of general programming practices. * Ability to understand and create electrical / controls drawings. * Excellent computer skills must work well with others in a team setting. * Understanding existing processes and improving utilizing controls "tools" to automate. * Willingness to learn and become proficient with all aspects of control engineering job functions. * Completing assigned work orders, which define specific tasks. * Knowledge of Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000 and RS View Studio. * Knowledge of Fanuc robots, and robotic system programming. * Knowledge of hardware devices: relays, VFD’s, sensors, basic controls devices. **Requirements** * Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering and or must be currently attending college as a senior. * Background in control networks, including Ethernet/IP. * Familiarity with plant manufacturing including electrical / controls technology in a production and processing environment, RS232 and RS485 protocol, vision and barcode scanning systems. * Experience in Automation Controls Programming experience with PLC Ladder Logic Systems and HMI. **We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.** In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill. **More lives saved – more life lived!** Function Research, Development \& Engineering Locations Promontory (PRO) **Promontory (PRO)** -------------------- **Workplace \& Culture** ------------------------ We strive to save more lives and prevent serious injuries, and we continuously focus on quality, confidence and security for our customers, stability and growth for our shareholders and employees, as well as being sustainable and earning trust within our communities. * Go to slide 1 * Go to slide 2 * Go to slide 3 * Go to slide 4 * Go to slide 5 * Go to slide 6 **About Autoliv United States** ------------------------------- Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions. At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved 37,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries. Our \~65,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 20 test tracks. Founded in 1953 Co\-workers 65,000 Turnover 10\.4 B USD