5+ years of experience in automation engineering or related field
Strong leadership skills with experience in team development
Proficient in project management and process improvement methodologies
Excellent communication skills for interfacing with customers and upper management
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Experience with budget tracking and cost-saving initiatives
Familiarity with global automation standards and best practices
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day performance and improvement of automation systems
Develop and train the automation team to enhance skills and expertise
Collaborate with Global Automation teams to ensure project efficiency
Manage and approve automation expenditures and budgets
Interface with clients on new automation projects as the lead representative
Provide mentorship and training to empower the automation team
Generate project reports and communicate progress to senior management
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development through team training
Dynamic work environment with involvement in global projects
Mentorship opportunities for career growth
Chance to lead significant automation initiatives
Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in automation
Full Job Description
Review, analyze, and assess resources for the plant
Responsible for leading automation activities for the site, including day-to-day performance and continuous improvement of automation systems
Develop automation team for the site through hiring and training
Work with Global Automation teams to ensure that projects and engineering duties are completed efficiently
Approve Plant expenditures for automation activities
Interface with customers on new projects and represent TM as management lead for automation
Provide mentorship, training and coaching for other Automation Engineers, Technicians and other team members
Provide necessary tools and resources to Automation engineers and proactively remove obstacles
Develop program(s) to standardize specifications and procedures for automation projects
Coordinate and schedule training for Automation engineers
Generate project schedule reports, and confer with upper management
Track expenditures according to budget
Actively participate in peer reviews and designs reviews of all new automation for the site
Guide procurement of purchase orders for automation projects at suppliers
Travel requirement may be up to 30% per year
Directly manage projects when required
Responsible for design, assembly, install, qualification, cost, and timing of in-house equipment builds
Responsible for the generation of cost savings opportunities related to automation and the presentation of this information to management on a regular basis
