Bodyshop Electrical & Automation Maintenance Senior Specialist

About the Job:

The Bodyshop Electrical & Automation Maintenance Senior Specialist is a key leadership role responsible for the entire electrical infrastructure, control systems, and automation software within the highly automated Automotive Bodyshop (Body-in-White or BIW) assembly area. This position directs the electrical and automation team to ensure maximum reliability and efficiency of all robotic welding, assembly, and transfer equipment, guaranteeing continuous, high-quality production flow while strictly maintaining safety and code compliance.

Responsibilities:

Robotic Automation (PLCs & Programming):

• Manages the team responsible for the troubleshooting, modification, and optimization of PLC programs (Preferred Siemens) that control the entire robotic assembly process, cell interlocking, and safety functions.
• Ensures the correct path and application programs for hundreds of welding and material handling robots are maintained and backed up.

Electrical Power & Controls:

• Oversees the maintenance of all high-frequency resistance welding equipment (weld controllers, transformers, and cables), ensuring accurate current and pressure delivery for consistent weld quality.
• Supervises the maintenance of Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and power distribution systems for all conveyors and heavy machinery.

Industrial Networking & Safety:

• Manages the integrity of industrial communication networks (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet) linking robots, PLCs, safety scanners, and vision systems.
• Ensures the proper function of safety PLCs and safety circuits within the robotic cells to maintain a safe working environment.

Downtime Management:

• Leads Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for all electrical and automation-related downtime. Utilizes the CMMS to schedule Preventive Maintenance (PM) and prioritize repairs that maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or mechatronics engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on Electrical maintenance experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proficient knowledge in troubleshooting, modifying, and programming PLCs ( Siemens S7 is preferred) Ability to read and debug ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams.
• Advanced experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) , servo drives, and Motor Control Centers (MCCs) ; includes setup, tuning, and troubleshooting high-voltage industrial motors.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols like Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, and Device Net for connecting PLCs, HMIs, and field devices.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Excellent leadership and communication skills to coordinate effectively with Production Management, Mechanical Maintenance, Process Engineers, and external vendors.