Controls Engineer, Cell Line

Gotion, Inc.Manteno, IL
$80,000 - $120,000Onsite

About The Position

Gotion Inc. is seeking a skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join their team at Gotion's state-of-the-art facility in Manteno, IL. The Controls Engineer will play a critical role in supporting and optimizing the Pack/Module pilot production line by ensuring high standards of process stability, quality, and efficiency. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes and equipment.

Requirements

  • BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, with a strong focus on control systems and automation.
  • Hands-on experience with Cell assembly processes is highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of laser welding processes is a plus.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming, Siemens 1500 prefer, HMI development, and SCADA systems.
  • Familiarity with robotics, machine vision, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNet).

Nice To Haves

  • Hands-on experience with Cell assembly processes is highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of laser welding processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day manufacturing engineering activities, ensuring stable processes that meet or exceed target yield, capabilities, throughput, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
  • Collaborate with Quality and cross-functional teams to establish robust control plans and in-process quality checks.
  • Lead efforts in equipment and line qualification during initial process ramp-up and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Utilize advanced problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques, leveraging quality and statistical tools to address manufacturing challenges.
  • Develop and maintain critical process documentation, including Work Instructions (WI) and Operation Instructions (OI), and provide training to production employees.
  • Apply methodologies such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and lessons learned to enhance manufacturing processes.
  • Support the integration of automation and controls systems, including PLC programming, HMI design, and the implementation of Industry 4.0 solutions.
  • Partner with maintenance teams to ensure equipment uptime, troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, and recommend improvements.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for bonus
  • Benefits
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