Automation Engineer Manager

Are you an Engineer that takes pride in your ability to manage high impact automation projects?
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to join a larger engineering team with a small company environment and the ability to oversee more unique projects implementing the latest automation technology. Enjoy being part of an organization where you will benefit from a collaborative environment and an executive team that is constantly investing in the future of the company. This career offers competitive pay with quarterly performance bonuses with other incentives along with incredible benefits including 401k match on top of annual retirement contribution!
Westlake Royal Building Products is seeking an Engineer Sr. Automation Lead to join their team. This is a unique, traveling role where you where you will support plants at our Columbus, Franklin, Salisbury, Westfield, Elkland and Woodbridge locations.
Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Automation, Electrical or other related engineering discipline.

• Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

• PLC experience

• 3 years or more in managerial role

Why Engineers join the Westlake Team

• Excellent Compensation: Earn up to $120,000 annually or more depending on your experience

• Incredible Benefits Package - Including medical coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, optional insurances, 401k with match up to 4% on top of annual retirement contribution of 3%, gym membership reimbursement, quarterly bonuses based on company performance, traveling reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and more!

• Growing Engineering Division: Join an engineering team that has really grown over the last 3 years and will continue to expand. You will have plenty of room for advancement in your career with Westlake Royal Building Products, especially as the engineering department expands.

• Unique, High Impact Projects: Enjoy being part of an organization that embraces the future and is willing to invest in the latest technology to improve their manufacturing processes.

• Veteran Supported Company: Westlake Royal Building Products Partners with Operation Tiny Home to Build and Dedicate Homes to U.S. Veterans!

• Stable Company: Westlake Royal Building Products has advanced and grew through the support of Westlake, an industry-leading Fortune 500 company that shares our commitment to continuous innovation. Vertical integration from our parent company’s raw materials through Royal’s finished products ensures quality control.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop the automation strategic plan across the organization and align team’s goals.

• Directly manage and develop automation team members to enhance skillsets and overall team’s success.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying operational optimization and efficiency opportunities and refining capital processes.

• Create and present project businesses proposals to meet strategic business plan.

• Conduct feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, and risk assessments for informed decision-making and resource allocation.

• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of outsourced automation projects to enhance manufacturing processes, equipment performance, and business expansion.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scopes, objectives, and timelines aligned with organizational goals.

• Prepare detailed program plans encompassing budgets, schedules, resources, and procurement strategies.

• Manage project execution, monitoring progress, addressing challenges, and ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

• Drive vendor selection and oversee supplier relationships, ensuring timely equipment and material delivery within budget limits.

• Utilize engineering principles to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during project implementation and post-commissioning.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, offering technical insights, recommendations, and training on equipment operation and maintenance.

• Document project outcomes, lessons learned, and best practices for knowledge sharing and future reference.

• Compile and submit authorization for expenditure documentation.

About the Company: Westlake Royal Building Products, for us, to build and to remodel is to advance. So, every year, for the past 50, we’ve done exactly that. We’ve advanced the aesthetics, versatility, performance and breadth of our products to industry-leading levels. Along the way, we’ve become a highly responsive resource for homeowners and pros-from inspiration and ideas to installation and sales support. See where we started and how far we’ve progressed.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.