Process Controls Engineer - Metals
IMS Gear Georgia, LLC•Gainesville, GA
•Hybrid
About The Position
IMS Gear is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer – Automation & Controls who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving real-time challenges, and wants to work directly with robotics and advanced automation systems. This role offers the opportunity to make an impact and grow your career within a strong manufacturing environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams in engineering, production, and quality. The engineer will be at the heart of the operation, keeping systems running, solving problems, and making things better.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related)
- 5+ years of experience in automation & controls in manufacturing
- Strong experience with Siemens PLCs (STEP 7 & TIA Portal)
- Hands-on troubleshooting of automated production equipment
- Experience with industrial robotics
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics
- Problem-solver mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Nice To Haves
- Experience in automated assembly, injection molding, or metal processing
- Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, Control Plans
- Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex) or advanced automation platforms
- Continuous improvement certifications (Six Sigma, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and equipment issues
- Program and optimize Siemens PLCs (STEP 7 & TIA Portal)
- Work with industrial robots (KUKA, Motoman Yaskawa)
- Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting (24V–480V systems)
- Analyze performance and improve uptime, efficiency, and process stability
- Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support launch and validation of new equipment and automation systems
- Collaborate across teams to drive process improvements and innovation
- Train operators and technicians on new systems and processes
- Ensure compliance with company environment and quality management systems, including ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards.
- Following Internal Quality Issues procedure – IQI.
- Ensure that safety rules and policies are followed.
- Housekeeping – 6IMS-Standard.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability coverage
- Company paid long-term disability coverage
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
