Automation & Controls Engineering Leader

Shurtape Technologies, LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Shurtape Technologies, LLC in Hickory, NC, seeks an Automation and Controls Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance and development of electrical systems, controls, and automation across the Hickory Complex.

You will supervise automation technicians, oversee capital projects, mentor staff, and help drive plant master plans, while applying Lean or Six Sigma to improve reliability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the activities of all automation technicians in the Hickory Complex.
• Support manufacturing and maintenance teams in troubleshooting electrical and controls issues, process improvements, and machine optimization.
• Provide support and leadership on capital projects; PLCs, drives, HMI networks, wiring, and documentation.
• Support other capital projects as requested by the corporate engineering director.
• Lead development efforts of plant masterplan for electrical systems, controls, and automations.
• Research equipment, best practices, and emerging technologies to source cost-effective solutions.
• Provide mentorship to Automation and Multi-Craft Technicians.
• Recommend solutions in process optimization using Lean/Six Sigma, DOE, DMAIC.

Job description

Shurtape Technologies, LLC in Hickory, NC, seeks an Automation and Controls Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance and development of electrical systems, controls, and automation across the Hickory Complex.

You will supervise automation technicians, oversee capital projects, mentor staff, and help drive plant master plans, while applying Lean or Six Sigma to improve reliability and performance.