G&W Electric Co. · 2 days ago
Advanced Automation Systems Engineer II
Bolingbrook, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$71K/yr - $93K/yr
5+ years expG&W Electric Co. is a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions, and they are seeking an Advanced Automation Systems Engineer II to streamline manufacturing processes through automation. The role involves leading automation projects, developing innovative equipment designs, and providing technical guidance to staff while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
ElectronicsHardwareManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead and assist G&W in identification, developing, and deploying automation projects
Assess automation opportunities and help create innovative equipment designs to streamline manufacturing processes and solve complex problems
Work with internal and external partners to develop machine design concepts and robotic technologies
Work on integration, programming, commissioning, and implementation of robotics and automation projects
Support Industry 4.0 IoT device setup, support, and analytics
Develop equipment requirements and specifications for specialized molding, assembly, and visual inspection processes
Create systems diagrams, electrical install drawings, BOM lists, and material procurements
Collaborate with operations leadership in research and selection of current and new technologies, applications, and design alternatives that will have the highest potential impact on plant productivity
Develop systems and measures that appropriately assess the performance of automation initiatives, analyzing results, and providing appropriate recommendations to leadership to drive strategic business decisions
Ensure effective and timely project completion by regularly monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving roadblocks
Develop and maintain expertise on plant-wide processes and equipment
Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting equipment
Provide technical guidance, problem-solving, and advice to all employee levels in the operation and maintenance of new equipment
Create, update, and audit work procedures, standard work, and process instructions
Remain current on the latest developments in automation technologies and incorporate them into new initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering preferred or other engineering disciplines
Has 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in production automation
Has experience in writing PLC codes for Rockwell (Allen-Bradley), Siemens, GE, or other industry-standard PLC platforms
Has experience in writing HMI code using Ignition, FactoryTalk View (RSView), or other industry-standard graphical interfaces
Has experience with robotics and diligence with safety protocols and recognizing potential hazards
Possesses demonstrated problem-solving and team facilitating skills
Preferred
Exposure to Vision systems
SQL and python programming
Statistical process control experience is a plus
Demonstrated project management capabilities
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Health club membership program and reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
401 (k)
Annual Profit Sharing
Vacation
Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
Company
G&W Electric Co.
Since 1905, G&W Electric has helped power the world with innovative power systems solutions and products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3MKey Investors
ComEd (Commonwealth Edison)US Department of Energy
2024-04-15Grant· $2.6M
2024-03-11Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Dave Gizewicz
CFO
John Berenc
Retired CFO
Recent News
2026-01-08
Company data provided by crunchbase