Lead Automation Engineer

My client is a Fortune 100 company that has built a reputation as the biggest steel manufacturer in North America. They are seeking an automation lead to build and develop a team and take site-level ownership over automation and electrical functions at a site in Hazleton, Pennsylvania.

This Automation Leader will be a vital hire in the company’s continued growth, who will take complete ownership over the automation and electrical functions/development of this site. This is a high-visibility and high-impact role with a ton of advancement potential for the right person!

The site will feature state-of-the-art controls, automation, and robotics for advanced steel manufacturing. The team will support the integration of robots into custom designed manufacturing cells and be responsible for maximizing equipment productivity.

Recruiting a diverse and high-achieving team

Training, developing, and coaching the automation team

Leading multimillion dollar capital investment projects

Attending automation, robotics, and equipment supplier training

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and two years of experience, an associate’s degree in a STEM field and four years of experience, or six years of

experience in lieu of a degree

Diverse background in PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controls

Demonstrating leadership presence and inspiring, motivating, and empowering others

Preferred Qualifications:

Leadership experience

Experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs and drives

Experience with ABB robots

Experience with Ignition SCADA and HMI

Experience working in a greenfield environment