Engineer, Controls

Title: Engineer, Controls Reports to: Manager, Energy Engineering Location: Lansing, MI LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" fr-linked="true"} Position Description: This position will be part of a technical team responsible for engineering work that includes continuous improvement, investigating and troubleshooting equipment/manufacturing/facility problems, analyzing production results, implementing and improving manufacturing methods and processes, and ensuring high yield and productivity in a highly automated manufacturing environment. His/her functions will also include interaction with internal and external customers and external vendors to solve urgent and complex problems by identifying and evaluating alternatives to provide support of all in-plant production as required. Position requires some on-call support. Job Responsibilities: Controls Engineer is a key partner in organization responsible for the Electrode process technology. The engineer will be trained and developed in Mitsubishi PLC programming to: - Program the automation and controls systems of various manufacturers (Italy, Japan, Korea) - Create, monitor, and modify logic for program design, simulation and testing, start-up, and troubleshooting - Manipulate these items using Mitsubishi: - Q Series PLC - Networking with CC-Link & SSCNET III - Motion control with servo motor & robot - Integrate and implement various systems such as: Bar Code & RFID Reading, Robot, Ultrasonic Welding, Vision, Weigh Scale, Gas Sampling, etc. - Additional duties as assigned ** ** Qualifications and Competencies: - Bachelor of Science or associate degree in electrical engineering preferred or Automation (or related) required. - 0 to 3 Years Industrial Controls Experience - Experience working in a manufacturing or automotive engineering environment through an internship, co-op, entry level job role, or similar highly preferred. - Exposure to controls and electrical systems design, automation, mechanical assemblies, and manufacturing assembly equipment - Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills - Exposure or education in Battery systems or processes a plus but not required - Bilingual Korean/English preferred - Ability to work well in a team environment - Promote workplace safety