Engineering Specialist - Contract at Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa

JOB DESCRIPTION

• This position is for an engineering controls specialist with an emphasis on robotic controls & PLC specialization.
• The responsible person will be required to develop, implement, monitor and maintain efficient automation controls processes.
• To specialize in the continuous improvement, troubleshooting and programming of PLC’s/ Robots/Cobot as well as other automation equipment.

POSITION DETAILS

• Well versed in ISO 9000 / ISO 14000 / TS 16949.
• Initiates measures to improve equipment performance, methods and quality.
• Manage all software and hardware installed on different types of equipment. 
• Ensure minimal downtimes, proper documentation, software backups and version control.
• Robot programming, fault finding design changes. 
• Continuous robotic improvement of weld quality, sealer quality and location accuracy.
• Reporting / presenting and escalate to management as needed.
• Responsible for preventive maintenance updates on the robots and related equipment.
• Optimization of preventive maintenance jobs based on break down analysis and findings.
• To lead, set up and participate in cross-functional team meetings.
• The propensity to take the lead in any breakdown situation.
• Design, fault find and program using PLCs, HMI and SCADA.
• Ability to read blueprints, AutoCAD, E-Plan, interpret and modify electrical schematics.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• Must be prepared to work shifts, and overtime as required.
• Train and develop training documentation for maintenance personnel.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES/ SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Improve TCF equipment uptime using data analysis and preventative maintenance planning
• Undertake root cause analysis and to implement Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA’s).
• Management of TCF constraints with the use of FIS, Scada reporting and monitoring technology.
• Develop and implement activities to improve MTTR and MTBF.
• Take responsibility for investigating and introducing new engineering technologies and strategies.
• Ensure compliance and adherence for Health Charts.
• Lead a team of Technicians.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA)

• Behavioral and leadership skills.
• Excellent English oral and written communication.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data analysis.
• Self-Motivated, results-driven, competent, individual.
• Read mechanical and electronic schematics to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting / problem-solving abilities.
• Always improving personal knowledge, looking for new ways and technologies to improve plant performance. 
• Excellent troubleshooting / problem-solving methodologies such as 6 Sigma, 5 Why’s, Fishbone etc.
• Able to work under pressure and should be a team player. 
• Siemens, Mitsubishi PLC’s.  Must be able to Program, monitor, fault-find, and make improvements. 
• Kawasaki and Fanuc robot fault finding and programming skill. Sealer systems experience an advantage.
• SEW, Danfoss, Siemens drives working knowledge. 
• Proficient in Automation networks including Ethernet, Profinet, Profibus and Wireless Networks. 
• Fault-finding and continuous improvement execution and implementation.
• HMI’s – Adroit, Win CC Scada fault finding and programming skill.
• Excellent PC knowledge
• Behavioral and Leadership skills.
• Good presentation skills
• Excellent English oral and written communication.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data analysis.
• Self-Motivated, results-driven, and competent individual.
• Read Mechanical and Electronic schematics to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Extensive knowledge of Electronics.
• 6 Sigma trained/Certified.

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical National Diploma (S- course) or Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering B-Tech.
• Minimum of 5 years within the Automotive Industry and Maintenance background.
• 2-3 Years in a Leadership role.