Controls Engineer

at  Dexter Axle

JOB DESCRIPTION

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Controls Engineer at our manufacturing facility located in Albion, IN.
Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.
For more information about our company, access Dexter’s web site at www.dextergroup.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting production needs for their designated area in the multi-plant manufacturing campus, leading large capital projects with a cross functional team, developing process improvements, and leading implementation on the production floor. More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including but not limited to the following:

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Comprehension of Allen Bradley PLC software and ladder logic, Red Lion background is a plus.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, preference to AutoCAD and Inventor.
Familiarity with statistical analysis and software (Minitab / Cpk & Ppk)
Ignition Scada Background is a plus - Robotic Background in Fanuc is a plus.
Communication Skills
Possess strong team, leadership, and interpersonal skills enabling you to work with the full range of employees at the manufacturing site.
Ability to organize data into presentations for the team members and management.
Ability to generate operator instruction sheets, quality alerts, and clear communication forms.
Ability to concisely condense complicated processes and data into a clear message for company decisions.
Problem Solving Skills
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish factual points, and communicate analytical decisions to the team.
Must possess a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
Must be able to work through hands-on troubleshooting (mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical) with operators and maintenance technicians.

EDUCATION:

Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or a comparable discipline and at least 3+ years related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Electrical / Mechanical / Automation Engineering
Electrical / Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Equivalent
Professional Certifications: Fanuc, Allen Bradley, CNC (optional)

Please refer the Job description for details