PLC Specialist

1 Month ago • 4 Years + • $82,200 PA - $113,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The PLC Specialist will utilize Allen-Bradley PLCs to program and troubleshoot automated robotic and vision systems. The role involves modifying and optimizing existing PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages, focusing on Ladder Diagram, for complex processes. The specialist will oversee the ramp-up of manufacturing lines and handle high-speed motion control using Keyence and/or Cognex and Variable Frequency Drives. Responsibilities also include working within 480 VAC and 24 VDC system areas, creating process standards, reducing cycle-time, designing control architectures, and performing market analysis. The role also involves other assignments assigned by the Site Process Manufacturing Manager.
Must have:
  • Utilize Allen-Bradley PLCs to program and troubleshoot systems.
  • Modify and optimize PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages.
  • Oversee the ramp-up of manufacturing lines and robotics.
  • Work with high-speed motion control systems.
Good to have:
  • Experience using Variable Frequency Drivers (VFDs).
  • Experience with Vision Systems (Keyence or Cognex).
Perks:
  • Opportunity to grow and thrive working on advanced technologies.
  • Comprehensive benefits program with financial value.
  • Multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration.

Job Details

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

What You Will Win

As part of a global community of talented people, you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility. Our company culture gives all our employees the opportunity every day to #Dare.Care.Share. You will receive a best in class, total compensation package that provides a comprehensive benefits program with real financial value.

What You Will Do

  • You will utilize Allen-Bradley PLCs to program and troubleshoot automated robotic and vision systems

  • You will modify and optimize existing PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages, with a focus on Ladder Diagram, for complex processes such as multi-station parallel processing and pick-and-place automation 

  • You will oversee the ramp-up of manufacturing lines, including mechanical automation equipment, robotics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, motion control, and vision systems

  • You will  high-speed motion control, using Keyence and/or Cognex and Variable Frequency Drives

  • You will work in a 480 VAC and 24 VDC system areas, and you will need to ensure “lock out, tag out” procedures are followed

  • You will create process standards that permit duplication of testing systems at different  Valeo sites

  • You will work on cycle-time reduction to solve bottlenecks, bring savings and optimize investments

  • You will design and implement sophisticated in-house control architectures integrating multiple PLCs, sensors, actuators, and other automation components

  • You will perform benchmarking and market analysis in order to remain aware of last evolutions, trends and integrate them in its mid-term actions

  • You will handle other assignments and functions assigned by the Site Process Manufacturing Manager

What You Should Have

  • You have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or other relevant Engineering discipline (experience in lieu of education will be considered)

  • You have 4+ years of PLC programming experience, preferably using Allen-Brandley, of Fanuc, ABB, or Kuka robotic systems  

  • You have experience programming PLCs in a high-speed industrial environment

  • You preferably have experience using Variable Frequency Drivers (VFDs) and Vision Systems (Keyence or Cognex)

Yearly Salary Information

  • Min: $82,200

  • Mid: $90,500

  • Max: $113,000

Thanks to its strategy based on innovation, Valeo is at the heart of the three revolutions that are revolutionizing the automobile: the electrification of the vehicle, the advent of the autonomous and connected vehicle, and the development of digital mobility. Revolutions that Valeo has anticipated and that are today synonymous with great career opportunities, including abroad! At Valeo, innovation is driven by diversity, authenticity and the energy of its talents. Would you like to live new technological and human adventures? Join Valeo and its 111,600 employees in 33 countries!

Job:

Process/ManufEngineering Engineer/Technician

Organization:

Technical

Schedule:

Full time

Employee Status:

Regular

Job Type:

Permanent contract

Job Posting Date:

2025-05-12

Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

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About The Company

Valeo is a global tech company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility industry. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest innovative companies. We offer a large number of job opportunities that are as diverse as they are rewarding. Whether you are a student seeking an internship, a recent graduate, or an experienced professional, you will find an interesting opportunity at Valeo for you!

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