Automation Lead Controls Engineer

Automation Lead Controls Engineer
Job ID: 23-00398
Location: Wentzville, MO 63385
Pay Rate: $110K + OT

Additional Benefits: Industry leading Health, Dental, Vision, benefits 401(k), company paid holidays and much more!
Type of hire: Direct.

Shift: 1st

Position Summary:

As a member of the Engineering team, the Lead Engineer will be responsible, as for all plant equipment Controls Engineering & improvement functions and overall plant operational support.
Position Responsibilities:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

· Develops implementation strategies for modifications to plant layout (AutoCAD) and production processes.

· Modifies programming for PLCs (typically Allen Bradley), HMIs, robots, vision inspection cameras, electric torque tools and plant automation as needed – often with and while directing Maintenance team.

· Troubleshoots problems with processes and hardware.

· Coordinates with others in order to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions.

· Provides technical assistance as needed.

· Develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems for plant equipment.

· Responsible for installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.

· Analyze plant processes, design, and implement improvements.

· Maintain quality and safety standards.

· Develops implementation strategies for modifications to plant layout and production processes.

· Designs and/or specifies work fixtures and modifies as required by production.

· Research and purchases tools and equipment as required.

· Manages projects including installation and modifications of tools and equipment by contractors and internal Maintenance team.

· Analyzes ergonomic concerns and implements solutions.

· Manages facility alterations and improvements.

· Instructs maintenance on modifications or repairs to production equipment.

· Supervises Skilled Trades for projects and to cover Supervisor absences.

· Ensures compliance with the following legislation: OHSA, CSA, ESA, PHSR, WSIB, Human Rights, Employment Standards, and Labor Relations.

· Works safely, reporting hazards and unsafe conditions, and takes all reasonable measures to protect themselves, co-workers and direct reports.

· Uses and or wears personal protective equipment that the company requires to be used or worn.

· Performs any other duties as required in pursuance to the function of this position or as directed.

Qualifications:

· Post-Secondary Education or Experiential Equivalency.

· A High School diploma is required.

· Degree/Diploma in related Engineering/Automation discipline.

Experience/Skill:

· 3 years’ experience in a Lead Controls Engineering role within the Manufacturing and/or Automotive Industry

· Understanding of JIT (just in time) manufacturing

· Strong understanding of industrial automation and safety requirements

· Lean Manufacturing

· Strong skills in ladder logic, preferably Allen-Bradley Systems; PLC5, SLC and ControLogix 5000-5580.

· Strong Skills in HMI Design, Preferably FactoryTalk View and Ignition; Wonderware. LabVIEW

Please note that if you are a current GTA employee or have been placed by GTA at one of our clients, we will not be able to entertain moving you. However, we are hopeful that you may know someone else who is qualified and as such you would still be eligible for our generous referral bonus program detailed below.
REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM:
If you are able to refer a person we do hire, we can offer up to $250 for contractors after they are on the job for 90 days and up to $500 for direct hires after they are on the job between 90 days to 180 days, depending on customer payment terms.