FIS Controls Specialist

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Job Description:

The BIW FIS Controls Specialist is responsible to ensure the Factory Information System is properly implemented by OEM’s following ME BIW and Controls and Robotics standards and specifications. The FIS Controls Specialist supports the ME organization with the development of Predictive Analytics Systems. The FIS Controls Specialist ensures that the FIS provided data is accurate and reliable in order to enable the usage of Predictive Analytics. The FIS Controls Specialist Plans and implements improvements within BIW control systems to improve process capability, system uptime, and reliability and Interfaces with the ICT group to ensure efficient operation of the BIW upper level systems. The FIS Controls Specialist provides technical support related to controls, networks, upper-level systems during the introduction of new models and for issue resolution during series production.

Basic Qualifications;

Demonstrated team leadership and communication skills.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering OR in another technical discipline with [equivalent] engineering experience.

Minimum 2+ years of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Launch experience with an emphasis on Controls Engineering, IT Applications and Plant Floor Operations.

Proven Experience on plant Floor Systems, Error Proofing, Production Monitoring and Control (SCADA), Andon and Throughput Systems.

Problem solving skills specific to Information Technology, network management and system designs.

Experienced on Computer Programming Languages (Visual Basic, Python, SQL, HTML, JAVA,).

Strong and proficient on Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint, Word, Outlook and SQL).

Experienced on PLC Programing: Rockwell Logix, Siemens S7

Experienced on HMI Development: Factory Talk View, WinCC

Strong and proficient understanding of networking protocols such as Profinet, Profibus, Interbus as well as WAN / WLAN / LAN networks.

Strong and proficient understanding of Controls electrical design CAD software (ePlan /AutoCAD).

Knowledge of style tracking, Wi-Fi, RFID Technology related to plant floor automation.

Ability to coordinate the installation of tools and equipment for assembly plants.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.