The Controls&Robotics Manager will be responsible to lead the development and implementation of Vehicle Process Engineering standards and specifications for robotics - as well as supervises Controls Supervisors, Controls Specialists, Network Specialists, Automation Specialists, Controls Project Leads, Launch Engineers, and others who are tasked with supporting launches in CARE. The Robotics Manager will manage a team of Robot Engineers and Specialists responsible for establishing and maintaining the robot equipment design and applications standards, as well as simulations projects to optimize machine operation. Additionally, the scope of this group will span the core functions of Vehicle Process Engineering in Paint, Body Shops and General Assembly. The Controls&Robotics Manager is responsible to conduct regular team meetings to review progress and to identify potential obstacles, monitor projects to meet their technical and business objectives and develop advanced training and standard processes. The manager’s role will include supporting direction setting for Preventive Maintenance Plans that includes proactive tools (Network Validations, Electrical Audits, etc.) with the objective to reduce equipment failures and have a vertical launch. The Controls Manager is responsible to lead the Controls Supervisors and Controls Project Leads establishing project timing. The Controls Manager will conduct regular team meetings to review progress, help supervise resources, monitor projects to meet their technical and business objectives and assist in the development advanced training and standard processes. Requirements: Master's degree Knowledge of manufacturing automotive process engineering Good communication skills Strong understanding of the following: Computer / Programming Skills - SQL, HTML, JAVA, Visual Basic and iOS PLC Programing - Siemens S7&Rockwell Logix Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Access, Outlook and SQL Self-directed and motivated to implement change within the direction and scope Advanced Manufacturing Senior Management Innovated thinker with excellent organizational and project management skills Excellent team leadership skills Advance of Advanced Vehicle Process Engineering and Launch experience with an emphasis on the following: ABB, Nachi, Fanuc and Comau Robotic applications Experience in Digital Manufacturing Problem solving skills specific to robot simulations, peripheral interfacing and applications engineering Job Type: Contract Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Siemens S7 or Rockwell Logix: 5 years (Preferred) PLC Programming: 5 years (Preferred) Robotics Conrols: 5 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person