Plant Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Controls Engineer

• Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data

• Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues

• Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated

• Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians

• Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, IIoT, and QTS.

• Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime

• Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment

• Review and coordinate project installations

• Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements

• Maintain program backups for machinery and automation

• Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots

• Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety

Skills Required:

Error proofing, Programmable Logic Controllers, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Good Manufacturing Practices

Skills Preferred:

Lean Manufacturing, Electrical, Siemens, Robotics, Automation

Experience Required:

Education: High School Diploma Experience: 5+ yrs of related Controls experience

• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

• Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members when required

• Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allen Bradley)

Experience Preferred:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering

o Effective oral and written communication skills

o Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience

o Familiar with UL508A requirements and NFPA79

o Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting

o Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming

o Machining and automation equipment controls troubleshooting experience

Education Required:

High School Diploma / GED

Education Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information :

Fully onsite. Domestic travel on an as-needed basis. There may be some local or regional travel required to see equipment at our suppliers.

Company Description

Why work at G-Tech?
G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.

Company Description

Why work at G-Tech?\r\nG-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!\r\n\r\nG-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\r\n \r\nBy submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.