Project Leader Engineering II (PLC/Controls)

Toyota Automated Logistics•Marietta, GA

About The Position

The Project Leader Engineer II (PLC/Controls) leads cross-functional engineering teams in transforming sold projects into completed, high-performing system designs. The role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and communicating to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to high technical standards. It serves as the technical authority and primary liaison among engineering teams, customers, and internal stakeholders. The position leads projects from concept through customer handover and oversees system design, including hardware systems, network architecture, PLC and/or PC-based software development, electrical installation, component integration, commissioning, and testing. It coordinates engineering plans and schedules, manages project documentation and reporting, monitors engineering budgets, and coordinates health and safety activities during the engineering phase. The role is based in Marietta, Georgia, or may be performed remotely in the USA, and requires willingness to travel up to 80% or as required by project milestones.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience.
At least 5 years of experience working on large-scale material handling systems.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% or as required by project milestones.
Proactive, hands-on, and self-directed work style.
Strong problem-solving skills, particularly under pressure.
Ability to balance quality, schedule, cost, scope, and resources.
Demonstrated ability to lead specialized teams on complex technical projects.
Ability to motivate, mentor, and support team members.
Basic understanding of mechanical installation and design standards.
Working knowledge of controls engineering principles.
Familiarity with electrical installation and design standards.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Project Management certification or relevant project management experience.
Technical background in material handling processes and applicable industry standards.
Advanced knowledge of software testing methodologies.
Leadership experience managing project teams and contributing to people development.

Responsibilities

Lead projects from concept through customer handover, ensuring technical execution, positive financial performance, and overall project success.
Oversee system design activities, including hardware systems, network architecture, PLC and/or PC-based software development, electrical installation, component integration, commissioning, and testing.
Ensure functionality, technical accuracy, and quality across material handling solutions.
Develop and maintain detailed engineering project plans and schedules, monitor progress, and provide regular updates.
Coordinate engineering activities with the Project Manager, Site Manager, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Collaborate across the value chain to support aligned and efficient project execution.
Create and maintain functional system specifications, interface specifications, and high-level FAT, SAT, and CAT test plans, including validation activities.
Manage engineering-related project information and ensure documentation is controlled and archived.
Report progress, risks, issues, and opportunities to the Project Manager and Engineering Manager.
Monitor and control engineering budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
Perform health and safety analyses and coordinate safety-related activities during the engineering phase.