Controls Lead Engineer

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of engineers, fostering a culture of trust, empowerment, and high performance.• Lead and coordinate diverse engineering groups to drive collaboration, align objectives, and deliver integrated solutions across complex projects.• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of robotic systems and automated processes.• Maintain accurate and consistent schedules for projects and tasks for multiple plant projects.• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery of automation initiatives.• Partner with senior leadership to align automation projects with long term business goals.• Program and design new and existing PLC controls.• Help plan preventative maintenance plans for equipment in the plant both new and current.• Work to help develop new technology for the plant to utilize in efforts to improve cycle times and quality detection / prevention systems.• Help train plant techs and engineers on controls related skills.• Create and correct plant electrical drawings for equipment.• Work with plant teams to help develop accurate quoting models. REQUIREMENTSEducation:• BSEE or BSME Degree requiredYears of Experience:• 8+ Years of experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs and Robots• 3+ Years in a leadership RoleOther Requirements:• Regular and predictable attendance required• High level of understanding of Fanuc, ABB, and Kuka robot operations• Demonstrated understanding of Ethernet cabling and addressing, EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, CCLink, and wireless PC networking• Understanding of basic concepts of HMIs, familiar with PanelView Plus and PanelView hardware• Demonstrated understanding of Cognex and Keyence Vision software• Demonstrated deep knowledge of PLC programming: RSLogix/Studio and Melsoft GXWorks• Demonstrated understanding of AC and DC motors and servo systems• Working knowledge of SEW Movifit and Moviaxis, Kinetix, Ultra3000, and PowerFlex, drives• Valid driver's license required for business travel• Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including, nights, weekends and holidaysKEY COMPETENCIES• Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint• Excellent Analytical Skills• Ability to use RS Net Worx software, RS View Studio and Panel Builder software• Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting and read electrical prints• Ability to wire industrial control systems including 480V/120V/24V power, drives, motors, I/O and sensors• Ability to design, diagnose, and troubleshoot vision applications• Ability to connect to PLC and navigate programming software• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis.• Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Values of Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence and TrustEqual Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.