Controls Engineer

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Job Description

We’re Looking for a Siemens PLC/HMI Expert for an Upcoming Ford Project.

We have an upcoming Ford program and are seeking a Siemens PLC/HMI specialist who can develop code from scratch after a few project meetings.

Ideal candidate qualifications:
• Located in or near Dearborn, MI
• Ford experience
• Strong with Siemens TIA Portal V17 and/or V20
• Capable of HMI layout and development
• Ford W-EL10 safety certified

The initial role will be to build the foundational code, followed by a visit to our facility in Fort Loramie, OH shortly after the new year. You’ll help start up one of eight systems and collaborate with 2–3 of our Controls Techs to transfer knowledge for continued support.

Once the machine ships, there may also be opportunities to assist onsite at Ford if needed.

Travel Time$68.00/hr

answered when you apply

Q1.Are you local to the Dearborn MI area ?
Q2.Describe in detail you level of experience with Siemens PLC/HMI programming from scratch for Ford systems.
Q3.Are you certified in Siemens safety (Ford W-EL10) and if so please describe.
Q4.What types of applications have you worked with for Ford systems ?
Q5.Do you have experience with Keyence vision systems and if so please describe.

Requirements that applicants must meet to be eligible

US work authorizationRequired

Eligibility Questions answered when you apply

  1. 1Are you currently located in and authorized to work in the US?
  2. 2Do you have 5 years experience with programming Siemens PLCs / HMI's ?
  3. 3Do you have prior Ford controls experience ?
  4. 4Have you/can you design programs from scratch ?
  5. 5Are you available for the entire length of the project as listed?
HMI Pro, TIA PortalRequiredTia Portal Software Version 17 or 20 or both as well as HMI layout. Ford W-EL10 safety certified Siemens Servo Motor
2D and 3D vision systemsGood-to-have
Siemens TIA Portal
Laptop
*** Local to Dearborn MI area Candidates preferred. *** Travel related expenses reimbursed for when working on location in Fort Loramie Ohio. Certificate of Insurance (COI): A current COI must be uploaded to your profile before starting any project. This is essential for compliance with our insurance policy and to protect all parties involved. The minimum coverage required is $1,000,000 in General Liability. If you do not have or wish to obtain the neccessary insurance, a deduction of 5% will be included from your billable time each week. Please obtain your COI through the following process if you don't have a current COI already: Visit Hiscox Insurance. Enter your Zip Code to specify your state. Select/Type the nature of your work, for example, "Controls Systems Integration/Automation." Indicate the structure of your business (Corporation, LLC, etc.). You can select 'Other' if you don't yet have a company started. Choose the date for your coverage to start. Ensure you select a minimum of $1,000,000 General Liability Coverage. Complete the Business Basics fields and follow the prompts to receive your quote. Remember, quotes from Hiscox are valid for 30 days, and they offer assistance via chat and phone round the clock. Timesheets and Expense Reports: These must be submitted by 9 AM on Monday mornings. Adherence to this deadline is crucial for maintaining our commitment to clients and for the timely processing of invoices. Please note the following late fee policy: A late submission beyond the deadline will incur a fee. Starting from Tuesday, a $100 late fee will be applied. An additional $50 fee will be charged for each day beyond the initial late period. Timesheets must be signed by the customer representative before submission. Expense reports must be signed by the customer representative and include receipts.