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Controls Engineer- Riverside, MO, USA

AdientRiverside, MO🇺🇸United StatesPosted 15 Aug 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Job Summary

  • Develop, maintain, and support automation control systems that are integral to the production process for the assembly of automotive seating and overhead systems. This role is suited for an entry to mid-level controls engineer with hands-on PLC troubleshooting and programming experience.

  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Other duties may be assigned.

    Continuous Improvement & Quality
  • Participate in PFMEA analysis.
  • Support Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Assist in identifying and implementing error-proofing (poka-yoke) solutions throughout the production process.
  • Participate in 8D or similar root-cause-based problem-solving activities.
  • Identify abnormalities and support corrective actions to resolve root causes.

  • Engineering & Process Support

  • Support evaluation of process impacts resulting from engineering changes.
  • Assist in equipment specification reviews and controls design discussions.
  • Review equipment controls drawings and provide feedback as needed.

  • Controls & Automation Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, program, and diagnose PLC systems.
  • Troubleshoot PLC ladder logic and data handling functions in ControlLogix processors.
  • Support modifications and improvements to PLC programs.
  • Maintain PLC documentation received from equipment suppliers.
  • Maintain backups and archives of PLC programs.
  • Support and troubleshoot I/O devices connected to PLCs, including:
    • HMIs
    • Scanners
    • Remote I/O
    • Sensors
    • Relays
    • Solenoids
  • Apply basic electronic and instrumentation principles to diagnose and restore equipment operation.

  • Maintenance & Technical Support

  • Support the Maintenance Department with equipment troubleshooting.
  • Assist in troubleshooting pneumatic circuits and automation-related equipment issues.

  • Qualifications

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

  • Education and Experience

  • 4-5 years of experience in controls or automation.
  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is a plus but not required.
  • Experience with:
    • Allen-Bradley PLC platforms
    • Studio 5000 software
    • ControlLogix systems
  • Experience troubleshooting, programming, and diagnosing PLC systems.
  • Able to work on C Crew: Fri & Sat - 6:00am to 4:30pm; Sun & Mon 6:00pm - 4:30am

PRIMARY LOCATION

Riverside MO

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