Automation Engineer

The controls engineer will work directly for the technical support group at the OTC to maintain/improve the new and existing prototype and R&D equipment. The position requires a very good understanding of PLC, PC, and Visual Basics controls logic platforms to be able to support the various production equipment. This position requires the ability to work with other groups within Autoliv to resolve complex and challenging projects. This position is an exempt position that will require, at a minimum, 40 hours at the OTC in support of the production equipment. Deviations to this must be approved by the individual’s direct supervisor or manager.

What you’ll do:

• Equipment programming for the prototype areas.
• This individual will be responsible for maintaining the existing equipment in the inflator, and initiator prototype areas
• Utilizing existing Autoliv programming standards to program equipment to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
• Must be able to handle the stress of equipment downtime, and handling multiple projects at the same time 

What is required:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in electronics, mechatronics or similar
• 0-2 years of related experience
• PLC programming, PC logic programming, Visual Basic programming knowledge and understanding
• Effective written and verbal communication is required
• Fluent English is required
• Spanish skills would be a plus

What’s in it for you:

•Attractive compensation package

•Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.

•Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.