WE AREAUTOKINITON
DRIVING SUCCESS FOR THE WORLD'S TOP AUTO MANUFACTURERS.
At AUTOKINITON, we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world’s leading automakers.
Our dedicated teams, proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.
CAREERS WITH AUTOKINITON
Building the Future—Together.
Autokiniton is a trusted partner to the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, known for our operational excellence and culture of continuous improvement.
Our core value, “We, not I,” reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace where independent thinking is encouraged, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress.
Join a high-performance team committed to shaping the future of mobility—with opportunity, purpose, and growth at every turn.
Autokiniton - Controls Engineer
Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in performance of daily activities.
· Train, coach, and mentor, the electrical controls process, for manufacturing skilled trades and mentor colleagues.
· Coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated.
· Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.
· Guide designs, develop and test electrical control methods, materials, processes, and results.
· Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
· Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
This full-time, salary, role is a part of our Engineering Team and reports to the Engineering Manager.
Required experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, controls or automation engineering. Master's Degree is a plus. Open for equivalent years of experience.
· Electrical background (electrician or technician) preferred.
· Experienced with Vision System
· Working knowledge of PLC/CNC (Siemens/Allen-Bradley), ABB and FANUC Robots.
· Lean Manufacturing experience
· Excellent "hands on" electrical/mechanical aptitude
· Experience working with electrical/controls circuitry and schematics.
· Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
· Ability to read and write in English and to perform mathematical calculations.
WHY YOU WILL ENJOY WORKING HERE:
Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and up to 15 paid holidays annually, thanks to our generous holiday and holiday bridge schedule. We also provide a tool allowance for our Skilled Trades Associates.
Relocation Assistance: Our company offers comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for our Skilled Trades and Salaried positions.
Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.
AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.