Automation Lead

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Coilcraft, Inc. Full time

Automation Lead

Coilcraft, Inc., a prominent privately-owned organization recognized globally for its superior passive electronic components, serves a variety of sectors including telecommunications, automotive, broadband communications, and consumer electronics. We are in search of an Automation Lead to manage our internal high-speed automation division. The successful candidate will have a robust technical foundation coupled with strong leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct the automation engineering for a range of products and assemblies, utilizing knowledge in electronic controls, pneumatic systems, mechanical assemblies, and user interfaces.

Oversee the creation of innovative automation solutions and specifications or improvements to current products, integrating feedback from various stakeholders (manufacturing, procurement, engineering, marketing, etc.).

Administer the establishment, execution, and upkeep of project timelines to guarantee on-schedule completion.

Monitor the activities and performance of machine builders and design engineers, proactively addressing any challenges or issues that arise.

Advise and implement strategies to improve production techniques, equipment efficiency, product quality, and overall productivity.

Offer technical assistance by providing information and solutions to fellow engineers, departments, and clients.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in design engineering or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years of managerial or leadership experience.
  • 7+ years of mechanical design experience within a manufacturing context.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, articulate priorities clearly, and advance projects effectively.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Aptitude for collaborating with international teams, with potential for global travel.

What We Provide:

  1. Association with a globally esteemed company recognized for its quality standards.
  2. Outstanding growth prospects for high performers.
  3. Competitive salary aligned with market standards.
  4. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, holidays, vacation accruing to 4 weeks over 10 years, sick leave, and a 401(k) plan with company matching and profit-sharing.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

This position may necessitate adherence to ITAR export regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or possess permanent resident status.



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