Controls Engineer

ruck‑Lite is seeking a hands‑on, solutions‑driven Manufacturing Automation Project Engineer to support our McElhattan, PA operation. In this role, you will help ensure smooth plant operations, lead facility and capital improvement projects, and apply advanced manufacturing techniques that strengthen our production and distribution capabilities. You'll be the go‑to resource for troubleshooting equipment and automation challenges, guiding maintenance team members, and driving innovation across processes such as assembly, molding, harness manufacturing, and material handling. This position plays a key part in supporting new product introductions (NPI), lifecycle management (LCM) programs, and the continued modernization of our facilities. If you enjoy improving systems, applying automation, and working cross‑functionally to make a real impact, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the next generation of Truck‑Lite manufacturing.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the technical authority for manufacturing methods, equipment selection, automation strategy, and process capability.
• Develop long-term manufacturing technology roadmaps, including automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, and advanced process control.
• Oversee selection, installation, commissioning, and validation of new processes and equipment. Act as a key liaison with equipment vendors, overseeing build schedules, FAT/SAT, and vendor performance.
• Research and apply advanced manufacturing methods including process and material handling automation
• Partner with maintenance and mechanic personnel to solve chronic equipment and system issues including documenting best practices and providing training as needed.
• Lead cross-functional teams in evaluating and implementing equipment/method/process layout changes.
• Mentor and train Manufacturing Process Engineers and Process Specialists, providing technical guidance and leadership.
• Champion manufacturing readiness for New Product Introductions, ensuring robust process capability, quality performance, and throughput.
• Ensure compliance with the Technology Control Plan and Federal Export Control Policy, consistent with

ITAR/EAR

requirements

Education Requirements:

2 or 4 year degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related field Specific Skills and/or Experience with Software, Equipment, etc:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience creating and maintaining automated equipment containing programmable logic controllers (PLC's), Stepper and Servo Control Systems, HMI's, Fanuc Robots. Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley) experience is preferred
• Ability to write and review technical and process documentation
• Ability to create and modify schematic drawings using AutoCAD software.
• Prefer experience with Solidworks 3D CAD design
• Proficiency with PLC ladder logic, HMI, and SCADA
• Prefer 5+ years minimum experience with Industrial Controls Systems and knowledge of electrical theory and principles of operation
• Hands on troubleshooting electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills are preferred
• Experience leading manufacturing project