Senior Controls Engineer

**Senior Controls Engineer**Are you inspired by challenging the status quo?Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results?If so, Gates could be for you.Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses.Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few.Because why not do it all?**WHAT TO EXPECT**As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team.The Controls Engineer develops, plans, and implements projects involving control systems at various manufacturing sites and supplier facilities supporting Gates" growth and continuous improvement activities.This position will be based from the Atlacomulco or Toluca facility with travel to various Gates facilities.**Key responsibilities (to name a few)**:- Designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery.- Provides installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.- Prepares and presents capital project proposals for Gates" manufacturing plants in Gates Globaly.- Develops Statements of Work (SOW); prepares bid packages for quote; reviews and provides the recommended sourcing decision.- Recommends and implements improvements and/or modifications in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and continuous improvement opportunities.- Supplier visits for project updates and equipment run-offs.- Maintain electrical control standards to ensure the latest of technologies are being employed.- Training and support of the plant engineering staff.**REQUIRED SKILLS**:- Excellent project management skills, including execution and follow up assessment- Results oriented, seeks creative solutions to business problems- Proficient project management and engineering related skills including but not limited to:Desktop PublishingProject Management Programs (Microsoft Project)Auto Desk AutoCAD 2D Electrical experienceElectrical control panel designWonderware HMI programmingRobotics and vision system integration knowledge- Time Management/Resource Planning- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.- Must be capable of presenting project information in front of all levels of the organization.- Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts- Demonstrated troubleshooting skills- Strong team player, proactively able to step in to support other team members as needed and share knowledge to allow cross training of all functions, builds collaborative relationships- Takes action, anticipates the needs of internal and external customers.- Demonstrated ability to manage high pressure situations manages conflict and prioritizes workloads.- Self-directed and motivated with a willingness to travel 60 to 70% to the various Gates manufacturing facilities- 13.Fluent in English and Spanish- Servo - Drives**PAY & BENEFITS**- Saving Incentive: 13% of the base salary paid in monthly basis.- Profit Sharing - According with local laws and Gates policy.- Meal Allowance $3,****** MXP per month- Medical and Life Insurance Coverage - According with the current Gates de México Policy.- Social Security (IMSS) - 100% covered by Gates.- Vacation and Holidays -Under the provisions of Gates Personnel Policies for the Gates de México.- Gates Pension Plan - Contribution defined Gates Pension Plan Fund according to the current policy.(Optional)- Saving Found According with ODESSA - Gates Policies (Optional)- Canteen Service - According with Toluca Plant agreement.- Christmas Bonus: 30 days of salary**WHY GATES?**Founded in **** in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE.While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science.We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.**WORK ENVIRONMENT**At Gates, we believe that we are better together.Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together.One of those critical items is efficient collaboration.We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age,