Controls Engineer

Location: Auburn Hills, MI (On-site at Dana Inc.)

Department: Customer Success

Reports to: VP of Customer Success

About Acerta:

Acerba helps manufacturers optimize the quality, safety, and reliability of the products they make. Our machine-learning solutions use industrial data to deliver valuable insights that improve the entire product lifecycle resulting in greater efficiency and satisfied customers.

About the Role:

Acerba Analytics Solutions is seeking a proactive and skilled Controls Engineer to support our customer, Dana Inc., at their Auburn Hills, Michigan facility. The selected candidate will be a full-time Acerta employee and serve as an embedded team member within Dana's operations, working on a wide range of automation systems and control solutions critical to manufacturing success.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide day-to-day technical support for all plant PLCs, SCADA systems, and related hardware/software.
2. Troubleshoot, resolve, and document issues related to automation equipment, and train users as necessary.
3. Recommend, architect, and develop PLC-based solutions to enhance manufacturing operations with a focus on end-to-end traceability.
4. Design, engineer, and modify PLCs for a wide variety of production equipment; maintain accurate electrical schematics.
5. Develop SCADA and HMI controls tailored to evolving production requirements.
6. Develop machine vision systems and manage the integration of third-party equipment and peripherals.
7. Generate clear, comprehensive documentation, including technical manuals and reports.
8. Travel occasionally to supplier and sister facilities for commissioning, validation, and training.

Required Qualifications:

• BSEE from an accredited university or equivalent training and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience designing PLCs and implementing control system modifications.
• Demonstrated expertise in network systems, terminal servers, and automation integration.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Allen-Bradley PLCs
• Rockwell Software SQL
• Microsoft SQL database programming
• Visual Basic
• HMI software (e.g., FactoryTalk, WinCC)
• Familiarity with electric motor starters, motion controllers, VFDs/drives, disconnects, and switchgear.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Manufacturing Processes
• Eagerness to learn and master LinePulse, with the goal of becoming a passionate advocate for the product.

Why Join Acerta?

At Acerta, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies and leading manufacturers like Dana Inc. while benefiting from the stability and career growth opportunities of a fast-growing predictive analytics company. You'll be surrounded by experts in automation, controls, and AI, and have opportunities to develop both technical depth and cross-functional experience.

Acerba Analytics Solutions Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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