Controls Engineer

About the Team:

We are looking to hire a Controls Engineer in Marhsall, IL. 

This position is part of ZF’s ADAS & HPC business, which is entering an exciting new phase of growth and transformation within the advanced automotive technology space. The business unit is planned for divestiture, creating a unique opportunity to help shape the future of next-generation driver assistance and high-performance computing technologies. 

The expected base compensation for this role is $73,700.00 - $92,000.00 annually.  Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

ZF does not offer visa sponsorship for this role (e.g., H-1B, TN), and candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship by ZF now or in the future. This role also does not include any immigration-related support, including—but not limited to—being listed on government forms, providing documentation for work authorization, coordinating with universities, or participating in training plans or other procedures related to visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT/CPT, J-1, O-1, L-1, E-3, and any other status requiring employer sponsorship or immigration-related support). IF YOU REQUIRE ANY FORM OF VISA SPONSORSHIP OR ANY IMMIGRATION SUPPORT NOW OR IN THE FUTURE, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

What you can look forward to as a Controls Engineer:

• Acquires and analyzes data to define problems and determine the results of changes.
• Uses pareto analysis to refine data into actionable plans.
• Solves acute and chronic equipment reliability issues using physics, engineering principles, and technology.
• Reads solutions across to like equipment / component applications.
• Develops process and equipment documentation.  Trains maintenance and operations personnel on new processes, materials, and equipment.  
• Documents equipment changes; mechanical, electrical, controls.
• Lead new technology development with emphasis in continuous improvement and benchmarking cost & reliability. Focused on automation of new and current processes, maintaining a lean manufacturing mindset.
• Capable of managing controls networking if required.
• Hands-on timely completion of small - large scale projects designed to eliminate waste.
• Interfaces and manages contractor support.
• Implements company goals within a team structure and as an individual.  
• Trains maintenance technicians on technology and root cause analysis (RCA) process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Comply with and support the health, safety, and environmental programs, policies, and procedures.All employees are expected to adhere to and promote ZF’s commitment to quality, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and zero defects in all aspects of their role.

Your profile as a Controls Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field with a minimum of 2-4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Capable of reading mechanical CAD drawings with understanding drafting principles.
• Capable of reading electrical schematics and writing program code using Rockwell (preferred), Siemens and other controls platform.
• Strong electrical / Rockwell (preferred), Siemens and other controls aptitude and hands-on capability.
• Experience in the development and execution of designed experiments (DOE’s).
• Team leadership and project management skills, and the capability to communicate and influence others.
• Experience utilizing Problem solving and decision-making tools.
• Training in Green Belt / Black Belt Six Sigma with practical experience is preferred.
• Experience in Poke-Yoke equipment and processes.
• Strong experience with robot programming, Stäubli (preferred) and Universal robotics.
• Lean manufacturing mindset. Focused on automating processes in general (where applicable).

What we offer:

• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities