Automation Engineering Manager

Changzhou, Jiangsu
Permanent
Full-time

8 days ago

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Automation Engineering Manager develops, plans, and implements the engineering team to support the development of factory-level automation and to make improvements to the automated processes. This position is expected to provide an approach to automation to enable effective and efficient manufacturing processes and equipment. As development programs are released, rapid transfer and support of equipment, processes, and procedures is expected to all the applicable worldwide factories. As needed this position serves as an individual contributor and as a project manager and technical resource to other employees across the organization. The individual will be expected to deliver results through the organization by driving solutions and improvements, by containing and fixing problems and by reviewing the current state of the manufacturing operations for opportunities and threats. Strategic planning in anticipation of future Operations directions is expected.Keys to Success

Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assigns tasks to and coordinates work with entry-level engineers, technicians, or administrative staff.
Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Requirements and Preferred Skills

BS Degree or Higher; preferable in an applicable engineering discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, etc.
Minimum of 2 years of specific experience in engineering resource management and direction with progressive responsibility
Ability to provide concurrent oversight to multiple resources and projects
Strong experience in equipment specification, design, and integration for new and existing automated processes; experience with industrial control systems and a basic understanding of machine control concepts strong knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Creative approaches and problem-solving concepts.
Understanding of the requirements of manufacturing processes and the ability to collapse requirements into electromechanical systems.

WHY GATES?Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.WORK ENVIRONMENTGates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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