2nd Shift Controls Engineer

GT Industries; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

GT Industries, a leading automotive manufacturing supplier, is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their 2nd shift in North Vernon, IN. The schedule is Monday-Friday 3:30PM-12AM, offering up to $105,000 per year with annual bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering Science or the equivalent experience, 5+ years in controls and electrical panel design, and the ability to program and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering Science or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in controls and design of electrical panels.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot automated equipment, such as PLCs and HMIs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze downtime to identify root causes and countermeasures.
• Develop and modify PLC/HMI/robot programs to meet standards.
• Perform hard wiring modifications to machinery.
• Support maintenance during emergency downtime.
• Provide training to maintenance and engineering teams.
• Participate in tool shop runs offs and home lines as required.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving activities.
• Support production to meet quality and efficiency targets.

Skills

Controls engineering

PLC programming

HMI programming

Troubleshooting

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Power the future of manufacturing! This is an opportunity for an experienced controls professional to put their technical expertise to work in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment, troubleshooting challenges, improving equipment performance, and helping the team continuously improve. With competitive pay of up to $105,000 per year, comprehensive benefits, and the stability of being part of the Midway Products Group, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career with a growing and essential manufacturing company.

GT Industries, a leading automotive manufacturing supplier, is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their 2nd shift team in North Vernon, IN. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 3:30PM-12AM.

If you have:

• A degree in Engineering Science, or the equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in controls and design of electrical panels
• Ability to program and troubleshoot automated equipment, such as PLCs and HMI

Then this is an opportunity you need to explore!

Why skilled engineers are joining the GT team:

• Excellent pay: earn up to $105,000/year, based on experience, with opportunities for annual bonus and performance raises
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, paid holidays
• Stability and opportunity: GT is part of the Midway Products Group, alongside 8 other stable and growing companies in the highly necessary automotive manufacturing sector
• Culture based in teamwork, growth, and continuously improving together

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze machine downtime to identify root cause and countermeasure.
• Perform all work required to develop programs identified as not meeting standard (PLC, HMI, Robot, Press, etc.).
• Perform hard wiring modifications to machinery.
• Provide support to the maintenance department during emergency downtime situations.
• Provide training to the maintenance and engineering departments to improve their abilities.
• Attend tool shop run offs and participate in all home lines as required.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost savings activities.
• Support production in their efforts to produce quality parts that meet or exceed our customers’ expectations through continuous improvement and development.
• Support production in order to meet or exceed established efficiency goals and other MOS measurable.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and 5S standards according to MPS standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement of the manufacturing process, methods, and work environment through trouble shooting and problem-solving exercises.
• Complete all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Treat all other team members with respect and dignity.

About the Company:

GT Industries, Inc. is a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing supplier and part of Midway Products Group, a Michigan-based group of metal-forming and automotive component manufacturing companies. GT Industries operates a roughly 321,000-square-foot facility in North Vernon, Indiana, which began operations in 2017.

The company specializes primarily in metal stamping, automated assembly, robotic arc welding, and spot welding, with secondary capabilities including machining, drilling, tapping, grinding, riveting, and other finishing processes. Its press equipment can handle transfer stamping up to 2,200 tons. The operation is IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 certified and Ford Q1 certified.

As part of Midway Products Group, GT Industries supports major automotive OEM programs. Midway identifies customers including Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Stellantis, and Tesla, and the broader group manufactures structural and functional automotive components such as brackets, crossmembers, floor supports, hinges, latches, and assemblies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.