Controls Specialist

Volcanix Automation; Guanajuato; Remote; MXN 1,038,000 - 1,557,000; Full time

Job summary

Volcanix Automation seeks a seasoned Controls Specialist to lead projects involving PLC, HMI, SCADA, and robotics for high-speed manufacturing across North America. Remote role with 10% travel to Canada/USA; TN Visa and Canadian work permit eligibility are required.

You will coordinate Controls Engineers and Robot Programmers, design and debug automation systems, and support startups at customer sites, including automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with PLC programming and/or robot programming.
• Experience with Ignition SCADA.
• Familiar with multiple PLC brands: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi.
• Knowledge of SCADA and HMI systems.
• Experience with automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA automation systems.
• Coordinate controls engineers and robot programmers on North American projects.
• Commission and debug equipment at customer sites.
• Support startup and production launches; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

PLC programming

Robot programming

SCADA experience

HMI development

Strong communication

Education

Engineering or technical degree

Tools

Ignition SCADA

Job description

Controls Specialist (TN Visa / Canada work permit eligible)
Location: Remote (travel to Canada/USA)
Travel: 10%
VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is seeking an experienced Controls Specialist to oversee Controls Engineers & Robot Programmers who are supporting high-speed industrial automation projects across North America.
This role involves coordination of engineers and customer projects involving programming, integration and commissioning of PLC and Robotic systems for advanced manufacturing systems (i.e. automotive, heavy machinery, supply chain, etc.).
The individual should also have a technical background in Controls Engineering / Robotics, in order to successfully coordinate the staff & projects.
Coordination Responsibilities:

• Maintain client relationships, manage contracts
• Foster a positive work culture

Technical Responsibilities:

• Design and develop PLC, HMI, SCADA automation systems
• Program and troubleshoot Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi PLCs, and industrial robotic and automation cells.
• Perform system debugging and optimization
• Support equipment installation and startup
• Develop and maintain programs using:
• RSLogix / Studio
• TIA Portal
• Configure and support SCADA systems including Ignition
• Commission and debug automated equipment on-site
• Integrate robotics, motion control, and safety systems
• Support customer startups and production launches
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls systems

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with PLC programming and/or robot programming
• PLC Systems Experience:

• or Allen Bradley

• Siemens
• Omron
• Mitsubishi
• SCADA and HMI experience
• Experience with Ignition SCADA
• Experience with one or more of the following robotic systems:
• Fanuc

• or ABB
• or KUKA
• or Kawasaki

• Motoman (Yaskawa)
• Experience in high-speed automation environments
• Industry Experience Preferred
• Experience working with:
• Automotive OEMs (GM, Tesla, Ford)
• Tier 1 automotive suppliers
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Food processing automation
• High-speed production lines

Requirements:

• Willingness to travel 10%
• Ability to work on customer sites across North America
• Strong team leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA and Robots
• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate with customers, attend business development meeting.
• Engineering or technical degree preferred
• Work Authorization
• Eligible for TN Visa
• Eligible for Canadian Work Permit
• Authorized to travel and work across North America

Sueldo: A partir de $ la hora
Horas previstas: 40.0 por semana
Lugar de trabajo: On the road