Controls Engineer

Title: Controls Engineer
Job ID: 24-00077
Location: Wentzville, MO
Salary Range: Competitive Base Salary + eligible for overtime pay
Additional Benefits : Appealing Automotive Tier-One Supplier Benefits
Type of hire: Direct
Shift: 3rd
Position Responsibilities :

• 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 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 of the function of this position or as directed.

Position Requirements :

• 3 years' experience in a Controls Engineering position 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

Educational Requirements :

• Post-Secondary Education or Experiential Equivalency
• A High School diploma is required.
• Degree/Diploma in related Engineering/Automation discipline

GTA Questions :

1. Do you have Controls Engineering experience in an Automotive JIT Environment, if so, please give some details of your experience?
2. Are you open to working 3 rd Shift?
3. What salary are you looking for? (Please provide a salary range or figure vs. "negotiable )
4. Are you currently working? If not, please provide your last date of employment.
5. Why are you looking to leave (or why did you leave) your most recent employer?
6. What is the best time to reach you?
   1. Mornings
   2. Afternoons
   3. Evenings (after 5pm)
7. Do you prefer call, text, or e-mail communications?
8. Do you require a work visa sponsorship? If you currently have sponsorship, other than a TN visa, please state the type of sponsorship and when it will expire.

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.