Director of Controls Build

Summary:Were seeking a senior operations leader to own the execution of controls engineering designs into fully built wired integrated and tested automation systems. This role ensures controls systems are built safely consistently and on schedule across multiple lead controls integration electrical assembly and factory testing while serving as the key bridge between Engineering Manufacturing Operations and Project Responsibilities:Lead the controls build and integration function within the Engineering organizationTranslate controls designs into executable repeatable high-quality buildsOversee electrical assembly controls integration and factory acceptance testingAlign build capacity labor strategy and material readiness with project schedulesServe as escalation point for controls execution risks and integration challengesPartner with Controls Design to ensure designs are buildable and standardizedDevelop and mentor Leads Controls Technicians Electricians and Pipe fittersRequirements:Bachelors degree in Engineering a related field or equivalent experience in manufacturing controls years of controls build integration and startup experience in automationStrong understanding of industrial controls electrical systems and commissioningExperience leading multi-project execution teams in a manufacturing environmentWorking knowledge of PLC HMI motion control and electrical standards (UL NFPA CE)WorkAuthorization/SecurityClearance Requirements:This position may require a government security Conditions:Environment Type:Indoors. Production and office environment. Temperature controlled unless products and/or equipment is located Types:Bloodborne pathogensCuts and/or burnsDirt dust grease and/or oilIntense bright lightNoisy environmentMetal shavingsCommercial chemicalsVibrationWet damp and/or humid conditionsWork Hours:Standard work schedule overtime may be necessary for meeting deadlines required travel emergent Requirements:This position can involve travel up to 20% of the Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds. Ascending or descending ladders stairs scaffolding ramps poles and the like using feet and legs and/or hands and about on foot to accomplish tasks particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to a motor vehicle and/or heavy pinching typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in Safety -AIT enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements. All employees that work in or enter the production environment are required to wear personal protective Quality- It is our policy to provide quality products and services that meet customer expectations and delivery requirements. Accordingly each employee must conform to the AIT Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable AIT Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction Procedure Compliance -Each employee must read understand and implement the general and specific operational safety quality and environmental requirements of all plans procedures and policies pertaining to his/her Clearance Statement -This position may require a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen(non-dual citizen)for Requirements -To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) applicants for employment at AIT must be a U.S. citizen or national lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder) or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. Employment Opportunity -AIT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified diverse and dedicated work force. AIT hires and promotes people based on their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that nurtures trust equality and teamwork in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local Action and Disability Accommodation -Applicants wishing to view a copy of AIT s Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us