Controls Engineering Supervisor

Job Summary

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Controls Engineering Supervisor. This is a Full Time (M-F Daylight) role based at our Aerospace Manufacturing plant in Grand Rapids, MI. The expected annual salary range for this role is $97,000 - $143,000 per year.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide controls engineering and automation leadership to improve Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL) for new and existing products.
• Identify, develop, and implement automation solutions to support the build-up of new production lines, with primary accountability for process control architecture, implementation, and reduction of manual touch time.
• Evaluate existing production and test automation solutions and provide technical direction, recommendations, and implementation support to improve test effectiveness, reliability, throughput, and scalability.
• Manage the design, build, and verification of production test equipment through external and internal suppliers for Capital projects.
• Ensure test equipment update requirements from Manufacturing Change Orders are implemented in a timely manner.
• Promote Continuous Improvement mindset with testing plans and test equipment consolidation ideas in line with developing a 5-yr CAPEX plan.
• Manage Test Engineer(s) and Technicians in test equipment troubleshooting and repair. Manage purchasing and maintaining spares for equipment and parts. Provide technical advice and guidance to this team. Create opportunities for growth and development for team members.
• Performance manage and coach high and low performers on the team effectively. Develop organizational capability/capacity and engineering/technical skills among staff to support the site and organization operating unit strategy. Maintain appropriate training programs to assure continuous learning.
• Create and release drawings and schematics as updates are needed.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of test equipment.
• Perform hands-on testing as required.
• Comply with Eaton’s high expectations for a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science fields from an accredited institution
• 5+ years of experience within a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, sustaining, and/or test engineering

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical limitation
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Preferred Criteria:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Controls, Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience with testing electrical systems
• Knowledge and experience with DO-160 or MIL-STD testing requirements
• Experience writing test procedures and reports
• Knowledge and experience with DO-160 or MIL-STD testing requirements
• Experience with developing and debugging test equipment, executable software, and code using LabVIEW (NI)
• Demonstrated experience in leadership
• Project management experience

Skills:

• Knowledge of algorithm design and programming logic
• Familiarity with root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action (CA) methodologies
• Experience working with automation, control, and monitoring systems and software
• Ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical systems and electrical equipment
• Understanding of standard operating procedures, engineering documentation, and electrical diagrams
• Experience with automated test equipment and implementation
• Knowledge of Catia, ProE, or other 3D design tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent facilitation skills, project management skills, and drive for results
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from production associates to the leadership team