Automation Controls Integrator

Production Resource Group; Town of New Windsor (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan with 매

Job summary

Production Resource Group (PRG) seeks an Automation Controls Integrator to join its live entertainment team in the United States. The role involves integrating theatrical control equipment, safely operating Stage Command Systems, and guiding on-site crews through show setups.

Candidates should have 2+ years in industrial automation for live events, supervisory experience, and a theatre production background. Travel and safety screening apply. PRG offers healthcare and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up, testing, troubleshooting and running Live Events Automated Control systems.
• Ability to solder, crimp, and terminate electrical wires.
• Experience supervising teams and delivering technical training.

Responsibilities

• Integrate both small and large platform theatrical control equipment in house and in the theatre.
• Safely operate and train personnel in the proper use of the Stage Command Systems (SCS).
• Cue the movement of scenic elements via the SCS Operator Interface.
• Act as the mechanical/automation representative on client sites with on-site supervision of crews.
• Establish clear communication procedures to ensure proper setup, running and maintenance of automation equipment.
• Assemble, label, and install wiring harnesses and control components into in-house cabinets and scenic sets.
• Identify and acquire materials from detailed design drawings, and troubleshoot electrical faults.

Skills

Automation control

Electrical wiring

Supervisory experience

Technical training

Live events

Education

Theatrical design technology degree

Tools

Stage Command System

Job description

PRG is the world's leading provider of services and solutions in entertainment and live events. Every day, we turn the creative vision of our customers into production and technical reality, deepening their connection to their audiences.

What sets us apart are our people. No other company in our industry has such a deep and diverse bench of talent, working across theatre, TV, film, music, corporate events, equipment rental and more. With over 300 patents and 130 registered trademarks, PRG is defined by innovation. And through our network of 42 offices spanning five continents, we can deliver for our customers anywhere around the globe.

Essential functions

• Integrate both small and large platform theatrical control equipment in house and in the theatre.
• Safely operate and train personnel in the proper use of the Stage Command Systems (SCS).
• The ability to cue the movement of scenic elements via the SCS Operator Interface.
• Act as the mechanical/automation representative on client sites
  • While onsite, the Automation Controls Integrator will be responsible for working with and supervising production automation leads and local crews on the safe standards, procedures and practices of the use and running of PRG’s Automated effects.
  • While onsite the ACI will work with the designated onsite Production Automation department to create schedules, safe working environments, proper set up, and procedures to ensure a successful show.
  • The ACI will establish clear communication procedures to ensure that the Automation equipment is properly set up, run, and maintained throughout the production period.
• Assemble, label, and install electric wiring harnesses and control components into in-house designed control cabinets and scenic sets.
• Assist in identifying and acquiring the necessary material identified in detailed design drawings.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical failures and control problems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of setting up, testing, troubleshooting, installing, programming, and running Live Events Automated Control systems.
• The ability to solder, crimp, and terminate electrical wires.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to deliver technical training, including to non-technicians.
• Knowledge of integrated data networking

Physical demands

• Physically capable of lifting and coiling cable as well as lifting and placing industrial control components.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends with limited notice.

Travel required

• Varies but can be extensive at times. Up to 26 weeks per year
• Must be able to travel to both domestic and international venues.

Preferred education and experience

• 2+ years prior working experience of industrial automation control systems and/or automated systems in the live events industry
• 1-2+ years of experience in a supervisory role
• Knowledge and experience of theatre production required.
• Experience delivering technical training.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Bachelors degree in theatrical design technology is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

• The pay range for this position is estimated to be $95,000.00-120,000.00. Actual pay to be determined by the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant combined with location and alignment with market data.
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions

PRG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PRG is a drug-free work environment, pre-employment testing will be required.

This is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug screening.

Production Resource Group LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.