About this opportunity
G-TECH Services, Inc. lists this Controls Engineer opportunity in tonawanda, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description This Controls Engineer role supports a machine-intensive, high-volume manufacturing environment and is part of a small, specialized engineering team responsible for deploying and supporting next-generation automation technologies.
The team will serve as the plant's Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for newly introduced Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and fleet management systems designed to improve material flow and production efficiency.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on automation work, troubleshooting equipment on the production floor, and learning emerging Industry 4.0 technologies. Comprehensive training on AMR platforms and fleet management software will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment and support carry-over issues from previous shifts.
Assist maintenance and operations teams with equipment breakdowns, automation faults, and production interruptions.
Use Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs for troubleshooting and fault diagnosis.
Review controls logic and identify root causes of equipment and automation issues.
Support and troubleshoot AMRs, including navigation, routing, communication, and material delivery systems.
Maintain and support AMR fleet management software and related systems.
Collaborate with production, maintenance, and materials teams to maximize uptime and production performance.
Document troubleshooting activities, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support commissioning, startup, validation testing, and launch activities for AMRs and collaborative robots (Cobots).
Participate in capital projects involving robotics, automated material handling systems, and smart factory technologies.
Create and maintain automation documentation, operating procedures, and project records.
Why This Role Is Unique
Join a highly visible engineering team driving one of the plant's newest automation initiatives.
Receive specialized training on advanced AMR and fleet management technologies.
Become a key SME for autonomous material movement and robotics.
Play a direct role in modernizing manufacturing operations.
Work with emerging Industry 4.0 technologies in a Fortune 100 manufacturing environment.
Technical Focus Areas
GPS - Engine Assembly & Machining
Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and Rockwell Global Common platforms
Vision Systems: Cognex AI, Dalsa, and Matrox
Fanuc Robots and Cobots
OTTO AMRs and Bastian Automated Fork Trucks
Procurement and implementation of new manufacturing equipment
Work Environment
Approximately 80-90% of time spent on the manufacturing floor
Hands-on support for production and maintenance operations
Not a desk-based engineering role
Company Description G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.
Company Description G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.
Worksite address
tonawanda, NY, 14150, US
Who can apply
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