Head of Automation & PLC Systems (On-Site)

GD Resources; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GD Resources in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Director of Automation to lead and optimize manufacturing automation efforts on-site. You will sponsor automation projects, align strategies with Operations, and guide maintenance, quality, and IT collaboration to improve safety, quality, and productivity.

The role combines hands-on technical leadership with team mentoring, project oversight, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Controls, Computer, or related field).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in instrumentation and controls, PLC programming, motor control centers, and automation systems.
• Proven expertise in the design, installation, and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems.
• Strong knowledge of ladder logic, electrical schematics, NEC codes, operator interfaces, and AutoCAD.
• Experience with controls programming software such as RSLogix, Siemens, and Schneider.
• Proficiency in industrial data communications including ModBus, Remote I/O, Ethernet, and Devicenet.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform under tight deadlines while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation and control strategies in alignment with business objectives.
• Assess current manufacturing, maintenance, and quality operations to identify and execute automation projects that enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
• Provide technical guidance on emerging technologies and trends in automation and manufacturing systems.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance for electrical and control systems.
• Deliver hands‑on troubleshooting and corrective maintenance support while collaborating with cross‑functional teams and external vendors.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external equipment vendors to ensure successful machine delivery, integration, and validation.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high‑performing engineering and technical team.
• Communicate performance expectations and conduct regular evaluations to maintain team excellence.

Skills

Leadership and team development

Automation system design

PLC programming and controls

Project management

Problem solving

Hands-on troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

RSLogix

Siemens

Schneider

AutoCAD

Modbus

Ethernet

Devicenet

Remote I/O

Job description

GD Resources in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Director of Automation to lead and optimize manufacturing automation efforts on-site. You will sponsor automation projects, align strategies with Operations, and guide maintenance, quality, and IT collaboration to improve safety, quality, and productivity.

The role combines hands-on technical leadership with team mentoring, project oversight, and continuous improvement across the organization.