Controls Engineer

Job description:

Our client, a leading Automotive Tier 1 manufacturer is looking for a Corporate Project Engineer-Controls.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain equipment standards and specifications.
• Partner with our mother companies to establish best practices for equipment.
• Identify and onboard new equipment sources to enhance performance and reduce costs.
• Proactively research and assess the latest market technologies and competitor practices.
• Build and maintain the skills and expertise of the Project Engineering team.
• Collaborate with plant teams to enhance the maintenance teams' skills and expertise.
• Lead projects across facilities, from planning and funding justification to execution.
• Oversee equipment procurement and installation, involving contractors or plant personnel.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred. Will consider non-degreed if have significant PLC experience.
• Three of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Experience in overseeing facility construction, capital equipment procurement, and installation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• High level of technical proficiency.
• Preferred: PLC Programming experience (Allen Bradley), AutoCAD proficiency.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication of technical information.
• Proficient in managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to lead cross-functional groups.
• Effective response to inquiries and complaints.
• Experience with Machine Automation in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Robotic programming (FANUC), Servo drives, HMI integration.
• Automotive industry experience and PE certification is a plus.
• Travel will be required. If live close to Mt. Vernon, Kentucky-most of the work will be done in their plant in the area.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Partially remote-if don't have major projects will work from home.

High visibility role in a small team with a major impact on manufacturing operations.

The company is growing. Lots of opportunities for advancement.