GLOBAL RETOOL GROUP

In this position you will be responsible for controls development including electrical and fluid designs, bills of materials, component sizing and selection, panel layouts, technical support, training, and standards review. Many projects will be designed from the ground up while others may be based upon previous builds. Being at ease interacting with the customer and clearly communicating technical details is vital.

Major Duties:

Report to the Electrical Engineering Manager for project assignments and report on daily activity progress and responsibilities.

Responsible for hardware designs including electrical, pneumatic, and other fluid systems for automation systems.

Aid the sales and applications departments in evaluating future projects and customer request(s) for quotes. Typically providing controls architecture, cost, and labor estimates.

Work with various teams including controls and mechanical engineering, build team, etc. to validate designs meet expectations and functional requirements.

Coordinate with the Engineering Department on a timely basis to ensure that all drawings, calculations, controls hardware architecture, bill of materials, manuals, sequence of operation, etc. are kept current and correct.

Provide improvement suggestions regarding departmental standards, processes, and other feedback to the management team.

Attend project kick off meetings including internal and external kick offs, lessons learned meetings, project status meetings, etc.

Develop and review electrical and fluid drawings, schematics, manuals, controls architecture, and other pertinent information to determine the best solution and proper tools for system set up or problem resolution.

Perform field checks to validate drawing packages received for either retool or replacement type projects with or without existing documentation.

Support the peripheral device setup (hardware configurations) for various systems.

Support set up and configure communication networks including but not limited to device net, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, IO Link, and remote I/O.

Prepare service/warranty and other reports for customers and internal distribution in a timely manner.

May be requested to perform onsite or in-house training for customers or new employees. Training onsite may be formal training in a classroom setting.

Support set up and configure communication networks including but not limited to device net, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, IO Link, and remote I/O.

Prepare service/warranty and other reports for customers and internal distribution in a timely manner.

May be requested to perform onsite or in-house training for customers or new employees. Training onsite may be formal training in a classroom setting.

Required Skills:

B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.

3-5 years’ experience in controls systems engineering preferred.

Strong experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical a must. Preference will be given to those with experience in EPlan P8 or higher.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite a must.

Preference will be given to those with PLC Programming experience with either Rockwell, and/or Siemens platforms. Consideration will be given to those with Modicon/ Telemecanique, Mitsubishi, Fanuc, Omron, or other not listed.

Preference will be given to those with Robot Programming experience including but not limited to ABB, Kuka, Fanuc, Yaskawa/Motoman, Nachi, etc.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.

Excellent customer focus and strong attention to detail.

Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills.

Must be self-directed and exhibit the ability to work independently. Must also be able to take direction and be able to work as part of a team.

Requirements:

Must be a legal US citizen or resident or eligible to work in the US.

Possess a current driver’s license and passport.

Must be able to pass drug screen and criminal background check.

Must project a professional appearance and attitude.

Must have good customer relation skills.

Follow safety practices as defined by GRG America and customers’ site safety requirements.

May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Previous automation installation experience with powertrain assembly is strongly desired, but other automotive automation/assembly installation experience will be considered.

Must be willing to travel 20-30% locally, domestically, and internationally, including on short notice, holidays, and weekends.

In this position you will be responsible for overseeing projects with a team of controls engineers working under your supervision. You will be part of a project execution team consisting of a Mechanical Project Engineer and a Project Manager who are responsible for all aspects of a project overseeing timing, budgets, workflow, and delegation of tasks to the engineering team.

Major Duties: 

Leadership and Team Management 

Lead and Manage Team Oversee, mentor, and work with the controls engineering team, internal and external to develop design solutions that meet customer specifications, nation and regional standards, safety requirements, and GRG standards. 

Provide direction and guidance to ensure productivity, efficiency, and adherence to project deadlines and quality standards. 

Resource Allocation and Scheduling Manage resource planning, task prioritization, and scheduling to ensure engineering activities align with overall project timelines. Ensure optimal staffing and skill sets within the team. 

Provide Feedback on Performance and Professional Development Report back to Management the overall performance of the engineers as a team and individually, and potential areas for growth and skill development to support employees’ professional development. Design and Development of Electrical and Control Systems 

Controls Systems Design Oversee the development of control systems including but not limited to controls architectures, system layouts, network and power distribution layouts, electrical and fluid system designs, and software designs for PLC and robot systems. 

Electrical System Design Lead the design of electrical control systems for custom-built machine tools, including high and low-voltage circuits, power distribution, machine layouts, motor control systems, and other electrical components.

Control Panel Design Oversee the development of control panel layouts, ensuring adherence to industry standards, safety codes, and best practices. Guide the design of enclosures, wiring schemes, and component selection. 

Motion Control Systems Design and integrate advanced motion control systems, including servo motors, drives, and encoders, to optimize the performance of machine tools. Oversee tuning and optimization for precise and reliable motion control. 

Power Distribution and Electrical Infrastructure Design and implement power distribution systems, including transformers, VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), and circuit protection, ensuring that systems are reliable, efficient, and scalable. 

PLC and HMI Programming Lead the design and programming of PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems to control machine operations. Ensure customer programming standards are maintained, and systems operate efficiently.Robot Simulations and Programming Lead the simulation and programming of robots (e.g. ABB, Fanuc, Kuka, Yaskawa, etc.) systems to control machine operations. Ensure customer programming standards are maintained, and systems operate efficiently. Work with Mechanical Engineering to ensure issues during simulations are communicated and resolved and all pertinent information is cross communicated. Project Management 

Project Oversight Take ownership of controls engineering aspects of machine tool build and rebuild projects, managing the scope, schedule, and resources. Coordinate with the Project Execution Team to ensure timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards. 

Cost Management Maintain budgets for electrical and controls engineering work, including alternate sourcing of components, labor costs, and system testing. Manage the costs of control systems and components, working to minimize waste and optimize resource use. Report potential risks to the Controls Engineering Manager and Project Execution Team. 

Client and Vendor Interaction Interface with customers to define electrical and controls requirements and specifications. Work with suppliers/vendors to ensure material requirements are forecasted to reduce risk of long lead items impacting overall project timing. 

Documentation and Compliance Oversee the creation and maintenance of detailed engineering documentation, including electrical and fluid schematics, software programs and any maintenance or operations manuals. Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards (e.g., UL, CE) and regulatory or regional codes.

System Integration, Testing, and Troubleshooting 

Integration of Electrical and Mechanical Systems Collaborate with the mechanical and software teams to ensure seamless integration of control systems with mechanical components and software platforms. Addressing potential integration challenges early in the design process. 

Testing and Validation Lead the testing and validation process of all equipment, including the use of simulation tools to verify design functionality. Manage functional testing, factory acceptance tests, and system integration testing to ensure systems meet design specifications and quality standards. Aid in the develop of process check sheets, validation methods and best practices to ensure efficiency and consistency across projects. 

Troubleshooting and Support Oversee troubleshooting efforts during machine builds, installations, and commissioning. Provide in-depth support for diagnosing and resolving electrical, control, and automation issues during the prototype and production phases.

Safety and Compliance 

Safety Standards Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and regulatory standards in the design and implementation of electrical systems. Ensure that all electrical installations are safe, comply with OSHA regulations, and follow industry safety best practices.

Code Compliance Ensure electrical and control systems comply with relevant national and international codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEC, UL, CE, ISO, CSA). Take responsibility for electrical safety and risk assessments throughout the project lifecycle. 

Risk Mitigation Identify potential risks and implement measures to mitigate these risks, from design through to implementation and ongoing operation. Qualifications and Requirements Education • A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, automation, or a related field a requirement. A master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., PE) is a plus.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical/controls engineering, with a focus on the design and integration of electrical and control systems in machine tool design and manufacturing. 

Ideal candidate should possess experience with either controls hardware system designs, or PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, etc.), motion control, VFDs, servo motors, and HMI systems.

Firsthand experience with machine tools, automation systems, industrial control systems and retooling projects is highly preferred.

Skills and Competencies 

Strong leadership and team-building abilities, with a history of successfully working with cross-functional teams. 

Excellent technical critical thinking skills, with the ability to address complex electrical and control challenges.

Deep understanding of control system architectures, programming, and troubleshooting in industrial environments. 

Knowledge of electrical design tools and software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, etc.). 

Experience with power distribution, circuit design, and electrical system safety. 

Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and resources simultaneously.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 

Other Requirements 

Must be a legal US citizen or resident or eligible to work in the US. 

Possess a current driver’s license and passport. 

Must be able to pass drug screen and criminal background check. 

Must project a professional appearance and attitude. 

Must have good customer relation skills. Certifications (Preferred) • Professional Engineer (PE) certification or equivalent is highly preferred. 

Certifications in specific PLC, HMI, or motion control systems (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell Automation) are a plus.

Working Conditions: 

Full-time, on-site position at GRG America Brighton MI. 

Must be willing to travel 20-30% locally, domestically, and internationally, including on short notice, holidays, and weekends. 

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 

Flexibility in hours may be needed to meet project deadlines or address critical issues. 

Ability to speak Spanish or German as a secondary language a plus.

In this position you will be responsible for directing a mechanical engineering team to analyze customer requirements, develop competitive systems, station concepts and designs. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams (Controls PE, Project Management, Project Execution), managing project timelines and budgets.

Major Responsibilities: 

Manage technical projects from start to finish, including developing plans, setting deadlines, tracking dependencies, removing blockers, and communicating progress to the Management Team. 

Establish work plans and delegate assignments to team members to meet objectives. 

Oversee project workflow and support internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects, expected quality, and allotted budget. 

Ensure all designs meet the relevant safety objectives and that legal requirements are observed for all work completed. 

Conduct internal design reviews prior to release to the customer for approval or for manufacturing to ensure design is functional and complete prior to its release. 

Approve and finalize designs to meet project requirements. 

Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to ensure seamless project execution. 

Oversee the mechanical engineers to develop cost effective design solutions based on engineering principles and best practices. 

Serve as an effective mentor and motivator for your team. 

Provide technical support to external and internal customers. 

Travel to customer facilities during installation phase may be required. 

Aid in resolving any operational issues related to projects and minimize delays or unexpected cost increases to projects. 

Interpret customer requirements, identify, and address design parameters and engineering problems to ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget.

Track project performance so needed changes can be made quickly, and persistent challenges can be brought to the attention of the applications team. 

Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting for the management team. 

Align team on project requirements, maintain project overview and base scope, and advise project management of scope changes.

Work with Controls Project Engineer and Project Execution to ensure timely and thorough hand off designed solutions. 

Work with external suppliers for engineering services such as design/detailing support, external components such as conveyors, feeders, spindles, dispensers, etc. 

Manage customer documentation such as user manuals, maintenance manuals, recommended spare parts lists as part of final documents package. 

Other duties as necessary to ensure organizational success and customer satisfaction. 

Conduct cost and time estimations for cost to go project related meetings.

Requirements:

B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience. 

8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and project management. 

Demonstrated leadership skills. 

Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor) 

Creative, outside-the-box thinker with lots of new ideas. 

Have a firm understanding of motion control systems (e.g., robotics, gantry systems, conveyors, etc.). Knowledge of industry standards (ASME, ISO, ANSI, etc.) and regulatory requirements.

Excellent customer focus and strong attention to detail. 

Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills. 

Excellent verbal and written communications skills. 

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. 

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. 

The ability to read mechanical detail and assembly drawings. 

Able to effectively deal with customer complaints. 

Must be a legal US citizen or resident and possess a current driver’s license.

Must be able to pass drug screen and criminal background check.

Employee is always expected to be honest and ethical because individual performance must reflect favorably on GRG America Corporation of America.

Must project a professional appearance and attitude.

Must have good customer relation skills.

Must be willing to travel 20-30% locally, domestically, and internationally.

The Proposal Engineer is responsible for developing and documenting solutions that meet the specific needs of our customers. These solutions may involve machinery, production lines, or the retooling of existing equipment. The Proposal Engineer must be able to interpret conceptual layouts, accurately price the solution, and craft a proposal that is clear and understandable to both the customer and GRG’s engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

The Proposal Engineer would be responsible for the following.

Customer Engagement:

• Lead SOR (Statement of Requirements) / RFQ (Request for Quote) review meetings with customers, either on-site or in-house, to determine the next steps.

• Communicate with customers to understand specific requirements and ensure all necessary follow-up actions are taken both with the customer and within internal departments.

Proposal Development:

• Collaborate with various departments to gather technical assistance and estimate labor and material costs to meet customer needs.

• Participate in weekly meetings to track assignment progress and provide updates.

• Contribute to the further development of GRG’s technical and commercial reference database.

• Write detailed descriptions of the proposed solution, ensuring clarity for both customers and GRG engineering teams.

• Actively participate in the improvement of departmental standards and processes.

• Take part in cross-functional technical and costing meetings to communicate technical proposals and cost models effectively.

• Prepare presentations for kick-offs and customer meetings.

• Participate in engineering reviews to ensure the successful transfer of scope from the proposal stage to engineering.

Costing and Vendor Coordination:

• Manage cost books and update pricing based on input from other departments.

• Work with suppliers to obtain estimates for major material and equipment costs needed for proposal development.

• Coordinate the procurement of vendor quotations for critical equipment, including:

• Developing technical specifications.

• Identifying and engaging qualified vendors.

• Collaborating with the purchasing department to finalize vendor details.

• Communicating with vendors to provide line-ups, explore alternative solutions, and clarify quotations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in proposal engineering, specifically in line processing, assembly systems, robotics, or related fields.

Experience with the following types of systems and equipment:

• Conveyors, index tables, trunnions, manual positioners

• Fastening, riveting, and other mechanical jointing equipment

• MIG, spot, laser, resistance, and ultrasonic welding technologies

• Pick-and-place units, feeding, and testing equipment

• Vision inspection systems

Communication Skills:

• Ability to communicate fluently in English across various departments within GRG (Saltillo MX, Brighton US, Windsor CN, Lebach GER), including Sales, Application Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Operations.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to ensure clear understanding of technical proposals and documentation.

Collaboration & Problem-Solving:

• Ability to work well in a team environment, collaborating with engineering teams and internal departments to address customer requirements.

• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor in an international, multicultural organization.

• Quick decision-making ability and a strong problem-solving mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% to customer sites and GRG’s U.S. location.

We are seeking an experienced Application Engineer to lead the development of technical concepts and cost estimations across various automotive technologies, including Powertrain, Body-in-White, and General Assembly systems. This role involves direct engagement with customers, leading technical reviews, and coordinating with internal teams to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

The Applications Engineer would be responsible for the following.

Customer Engagement

• Lead Statement of Requirements (SOR) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) review meetings, both on-site and in-house.

• Communicate specific customer requirements and provide necessary follow-up support to internal departments.

Technical Application Development:

• Thoroughly review and comprehend customer requirements and specifications, including:

• Terms and conditions

• Plant and corporate specifications

• Preferred vendor listings

• Part and assembly drawings and specifications

• Project-specific quotation requirements

• Prepare technical calculations and utilize resources to support concepts, such as cycle time studies, layouts, and CAD simulations using SolidWorks.

• Collaborate with other departments to estimate labor and material costs that meet customer requirements.

• Participate in cross-functional technical and costing meetings to articulate technical proposals and cost models.

• Prepare kickoff and customer presentations.

• Utilize and contribute to the improvement of standards within the Application department.

• Participate in engineering reviews to ensure the transfer of scope to engineering after project kickoff.

Costing Estimations:

• Manage cost books and update equations and cost centers based on input from other departments.

• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain estimates for major materials and equipment required for budget preparation.

• Obtain vendor quotations for critical equipment by:

• Developing technical specifications

• Identifying qualified vendors and working with purchasing

• Communicating with vendors to provide line-ups, develop alternative solutions, and clarify quotations

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5–7 years of application engineering experience in line processing, assembly systems, robotics, and related industries, with expertise in:

• Conveyance systems, index tables, trunnions, and manual positioners

• Fastening, riveting, and other mechanical jointing equipment

• MIG, spot, laser, resistance, and ultrasonic welding equipment

• Pick-and-place systems, feeding, and testing equipment

• Vision equipment

• Proficiency in English and ability to communicate effectively with various departments across global locations, including Saltillo (MX), Brighton (US), Windsor (CN), and Lebach (GER).

• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively within engineering teams.

• Professional appearance and attitude suitable for an intercultural organization and global customer base.

• Hands-on manufacturing experience mentality.

• Strong communication skills, including presentation and technical writing abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and decisiveness in quick decision-making.

• Strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Willingness to travel to customer sites and GRG US locations up to 20% of the time.

Position Summary: 

Analyze customer requirements and develop competitive systems and station concepts. Document pertinent application engineering calculations and data. Responsible for high quality design work, accurate quoting, and effective machine build supervision and start-up. 

Supervision: Reports to the Mechanical Engineering Supervisor

Major Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for the quality, cost effectiveness and timeliness of designs. 

• Responsible for conformance to design specifications.

• Obtain necessary subcontract support and quotations. 

• Support proposals in writing proposal documentation. 

• Support quotation deadline requirements.

• Support sales presentations. 

• Attend customer line up meetings. 

• Visit customer plants. 

• Participate in the development of sales presentation strategies and materials. 

• Review and completely understand customer requirements and specifications. Terms and conditions.  Plant and corporate specifications. Preferred vendor listings. Part and assembly drawings and specifications. Project specific quotation requirements.

• Develop conceptual solutions and alternatives.

•  Process flow sequences and strategies. 

•  Part handling and fixturing methods. 

• Station concepts, including operating sequences, timing charts. 

• Material flow with system layouts and arrangements • Sketches, drawings, and motion sheets as required to document the above, direct CAD work and provide presentation materials. 

• Initiate internal concept review and brainstorming meetings. 

• Obtain vendor quotations on critical equipment. 

• Develop technical specifications.

• Identify qualified vendors. Communicate with vendors via phone, fax, and email to provide line-ups, develop alternative solutions, receive, and clarify quotations. 

• Develop quotations and proposals.

• System and station descriptions. Specification responses. Price breakdowns. Terms and conditions.  Identify and resolve problems.

• Work with technical and commercial experts as required. 

• Obtain outside/vendor technical assistance.  

• Alert management to critical unresolved issues in a timely manner. 

• Maintain accurate project documentation. 

• Obtain final pricing and delivery decisions. 

• Finalize and transmit the project on schedule. 

• Ultimately responsible for the technical quality and commercial success of assigned projects.  Understands customer specifications and objective of the project. 

• Establish and execute the timeline for the project per the customer requirements. 

• Adhere to the project budget. 

• Capable of communicating to the various divisions (electrical, mechanical), in the company, and ensuring their understanding of the tasks at hand. Interface with and provide support to all operational departments including Manufacturing, Sales, Service, and Applications. 

• Address all customer concerns and requirements. 

• Regular reporting of project progress and status to the customer and GRG management. 

• Manage supplier and subcontractor relations on projects. 

• Participate on all the meetings regarding the project execution and progress. 

• Responsible for the design, manufacturing, assembly, debug, try-out and support of runoff, teardown, shipment, installation, start-up, and buyoff for all assigned projects.

• Responsible for the delivery of all the as built drawings, bill of materials, manuals, and documentation to the customer. 

• Support customer change orders. 

• Participate in all project meetings. 

• Review the overall performance of the project with departmental managers and provide input on how GRG can make improvements for future projects.

• Responsible for collecting all payments from customers. 

• Serve as the Mechanical Project Engineer on projects as needed.

Requirements: 

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience. 

• 4+ years of mechanical design experience preferred.  

• Experienced with AutoCAD 2D a must. 

• Experienced with Solidworks 2018 or newer a must. 

• With Inventor and/or Catia V5 experience is preferred. 

• Creative, outside-the-box thinker with lots of new ideas. 

• Have a firm understanding of motion control systems (e.g., robotics, gantry systems, conveyors, etc.) preferred. 

• Excellent customer focus and strong attention to detail. 

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills. 

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills. 

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. 

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. 

• Able to effectively deal with customer complaints. 

• Must be a legal US citizen or resident and possess a current driver’s license. 

• Must be able to pass drug screen and criminal background check. 

• Employee is always expected to be honest and ethical because individual performance must reflect favorably on GRG America Corporation of America 

• Must project a professional appearance and attitude.

• Must have good customer relation skills. 

• Must be willing to travel 20-30% locally, domestically, and internationally.

Production Division Position Summary: 

Work with Mechanical Engineers to develop detailed drawings for manufacturing including but not limited to assembly level drawings, dimensional drawings for manufacturing utilizing GD&T, layout drawings, etc. 

Supervision: Reports to the Mechanical Engineering Manager 

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the quality, cost effectiveness and timeliness of detail designs. 

• Responsible to review form and fit of design details and report errors to the respective engineer. 

• Responsible for conformance to drafting specifications. 

• Support sales and proposals: Produce layouts and concepts. Visit customer plants. Participate in the development of sales presentation strategies and materials. 

• Review and completely understand customer requirements and specifications. Terms and conditions. Plant and corporate specifications. Preferred vendor listings. Part and assembly drawings and specifications. 

• Sketches, drawings and motion sheets as required, direct CAD work and provide presentation materials. 

• Identify and resolve problems. Work with technical and commercial experts as required. Obtain outside/vendor technical assistance. 

• Alert management to critical unresolved issues in a timely manner. 

• Maintain accurate project documentation. 

• Understands customer specifications and objective of the project. 

• Interface with and provide support to all operational departments including Sales, Service and Applications. 

• Address all of the customer concerns and requirements. 

• Regular reporting of project progress and status to the customer and Hirata management. 

• Manage supplier and subcontractors relations on the project. 

• Participate on all the meetings regarding the project execution and progress. 

• Responsible for the delivery of all the as built drawings, manuals, and documentation to the customer.

Requirements: 

• Highschool diploma or equivalent. Preference given to those who have completed a certificate program or associates degree in either Drafting, CAD, or other in a related field. 

• 1+ years’ experience detail design for assembly machines.  

• 1+ years’ working for a company that sells assembly machines.

•  Must have 1+ years’ detailing experience using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.

•  Must have working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

•  Must project a professional appearance and attitude. 

•  Must have good customer relation skills. 

•  Must possess superior organizational skills.  

•  Good communicator-presentation and technical writing skills.

Job Title: Machine Tool Electrician

Position Summary: Responsible for leading high quality industrial and automation electrical work, leading additional electrical builders and contractors, and effective machine electrical build supervision and start-up.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report to the Electrical Build Lead for project assignments and to report on daily activity progress and responsibilities.

• Proactively assessing work to be completed based on input from Project Manager, Engineering, and assigning/completing work within project constraints.

• Lead assigned team with daily work tasks, validation of work completed, and fit and finish of mechanical build meets GRG quality standards.

• Work closely with the various GRG departments: engineering, build, installation, in machine building, debug, validation, and commission. Cradle to Grave.

• Consult with the Electrical Build Lead, Engineering, Project Management, and customers to define the scope of projects and steps to achieve goals. Follow scope closely while communicating grey areas, issues, adherence to timing and updates.

• Follow safety practices as defined by GRG America and customers’ site safety requirements.

• Work with controls and mechanical team to debug, support customer run off and tear down prior to shipment to customer sites.

• Work with controls and mechanical team to test and debug automation and electrical systems at customer sites for final acceptance.

• Document rework and communicate back to Engineering and Project Management teams.

• Aftermarket support for any emergency service or planned maintenance.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on installed equipment.

• Electrical installation support as required and provide service reports for progress updates to the project team.

• Communicate with the assigned project team to ensure a constant level of project awareness and no hidden information.

• Prepare service/warranty and other reports for customers and internal distribution in a timely manner.

• Coordinate with the Documentation Department on a timely basis to ensure that all drawings, manuals, sequence of operation, and all electrical prints are kept current and correct.

• Ensure that all field operation work and /or upgrade documentation is updated on the network, in the correct project file location(s).

• Seek sales opportunities while ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Assist in the quotation and technical sales support.

• Provide product improvement suggestions and customer feedback to GRG team members and upper Management.

• Work with Mechanical, Electrical and Controls engineers with projects, perform product testing, and attend project kick off and lessons learned meetings with Engineering, Sales, and customers.

• Support sales team in pre-sales technical concept and budgeting activities when necessary.

• Interpret client requirements, identify, and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget.

• Identify and develop list of materials needed per job and purchase as needed while maintaining proximity to project budgets and constraints.

Job requirements:

• 7+  years related job experience as machine tool electrician.

• Efficiently organize and plan work tasks daily to meet company goals.

• Knowledge of all types of electrical conduits such as wire baskets, cable trays, rigid and EMT.

• Strong knowledge of reading and interpreting electrical drawings and machine layouts.

• Experience in troubleshooting.

• Maintains good attendance and work ethic.

• Organizational skills, keeping equipment and work area clean and in orderly manner.

• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.

• Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment. Ability to balance multiple projects.

• Basic set of hand tools to perform most job assignments. Specialty equipment will be provided.

• Basic computer skills including using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

• Travel domestic and internationally as required to support projects.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401K Company Match

• Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job Title: 

Project Executioner

Coordinator of the activities and communication between internal departments to support seamless project workflow and successful projects.

Position Summary:

Responsible for producing high quality industrial and automation assembly work with a major focus in developing, leading, executing, and communicating technical aspects of the projects assigned. Primary responsibility in coordination of technical activities and data between Build, Project Management, Engineering, Purchasing, and Shipping/Receiving to ensure successful and efficient building and launching of GRG Projects. Report to the Project Execution Manager for project assignments and report on daily activity progress and responsibilities.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Planning

• Align goals with Project Manager on assigned projects to develop and lead engineering, build, commissioning, and installation strategies and milestones.

• Work with assigned project engineers and project manager to create and track overall project timeline in alignment with as sold quotation.

• Set, communicate and track project budgets to as-sold costs internally. Publish and update as required by GRG management and Customers alike.

• Understand project technical scope in detail and limitations to where scope ends. Notify customers of out of scope requests and drive MECR’s accordingly.

Project Build

• Review and communicate work to be executed and determine machining and build location based on project constraints.

• Ensures project build teams have all correct and current documentation (models, drawings, forums, etc) for building latest designs.

• Set and communicate regular updates to team working on project, shifts in milestones, MECR’s, prioritization etc.

• Set and lead project whiteboard meetings with project manager. Track open issues to closure within project team.

• Final review of build quality – review quality of project assembly builds that they are both to GRG standard and meet all customer specifications.

Commissioning and Debug

• Works with build and engineering teams after power on to setup and test each station and assembly in accordance with its as sold intent.

• Leads cycle time and throughput verification and ensures we are meeting as sold specification.

• Leads open issue tracking and closure of points – Identifying issue, quotation, purchasing, integration, and closure.

• Communicates and works with PM on cost projections for all project tasks and rework as needed.

• Tracks delivery of materials needed by build and engineering teams – sets and communicates due dates based on dates from purchasing.

• Capture missing, incorrect, bad components and details from build teams, work with purchasing and suppliers to get these components within project timing.

Internal & External Runoff

• Defines and understands in detail the project runoff criteria and both communicates and sets these expectations for internal runoff criteria.

• Leads collection of quality check documentation from build teams.

• Sets and communicates resource needs to support project builds, debugging and runoff.

• Supports runoff in leading build and engienering teams in adjusting and proving out station as required per customer needs.

• Sets and tracks customer component requirements to meet customer runoff needs.

• Lead creating and presenting machine/station quality reports to prove assembly meets customer requirements.

Documentation & Validation

• Ensures project documentation meetings customer requirements.

• Supports development of station/equipment manuals, HMI screens, and user functions.

• Reviews project final documentation prior to submission to customer.

Position requirements

• 3-5 years related job experience in automation commissioning.

• Efficiently organize and plan work tasks to meet company goals.

• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.

• Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment. Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.

• Actively attend and schedule project meetings as required.

• Adept computer skills including using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

• Familiarity with 3D and 2D CAD Models to assist with modeling issues, misses, rework, and resolution.

• Travel domestic and internationally as required to support projects.

• English/Spanish speaking preferred.

Summary: The Project Manager is responsible for leading key projects and mentoring the project management team to ensure consistent and successful execution of company projects. Leading and maintaining high standards in project delivery to internal and external teams. Reports to Project Execution Manager.

Major Duties:

Project Management

• Oversee and manage complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, communication internally and externally, quality standards are met.

• Serve as the single point of contact for clients and stakeholders on assigned projects, resolving escalations and ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Sole responsibility in setup, maintenance, changes and management of project budgets and timelines.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align resources, objectives, and schedules.

• Follow GRG processes to execute and communicate projects in a standard format and method.

Project Budgets

• Manage and understand project quoted budgets and maintain accurate project costing projections and current status.

• Communicate project budgets with working team and ensure they are maintained.

• Work with Purchasing and Engineering to develop designs and solutions that fit within project budgets.

• Support weekly documentation updates for assigned projects. Cost to go, invoicing, and sign offs.

Customer Communication

• Responsible for ALL customer communication and maintenance of a single point of contact.

• Support project team in relaying issues, missing information, and items outside of sold scope to customers.

• Communicate and update timeline in accordance with project status and customer expectations.

• Run and communicate open issues lists with customers to transparently capture and close open topics.

Internal Communication

• Ensure all project teams have clear direction and understanding of project scope and deliverables.

• Work closely with GRG Project Executioner and Project Engineers to develop a clear plan for achieving project objectives.

• Coordinate with project leads to plan and execute project engineering, builds, runoff and installations.

• Communicate budget, scope, and timeline limitations to ensure what is being provided matches what was sold.

• Develop and lead timeline objectives on projects and work with departmental leads to assign resources and communicate with project team and managers.

Project Timelines

• Leads creation and maintenance of project timeline. Providing regular published updates internally and externally.

• Monitor assigned project timelines and progress and provide regular updates to leadership.

• Assist in preparing reports, forecasts, and resource planning documentation as needed for achievement of payment milestones or other topics.

• Track customer and internal delays.

• Ensure project timing is maintained and escalate as needed to communicate changes or shifts.

Project Scope

• Ensure project as sold scope is thoroughly understood and communicated to project team.

• Tie GRG project plan to customer expectation and ensure both parties are working towards agreed goals.

• Understand limitations to GRG scope and communicate limitations to customers.

• Maintain proximity to GRG cost worksheets and communicate scope limitations internally and externally.

• Coordinate and document project responsibilities between departments and customers.

• Define scope in detail and ensure out of scope items are highlighted and quoted to customers via ECR’s.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in project management, with a track record of leading successful projects. Previous leadership or mentoring experience is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g.MS Project)

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

• Willing to work on projects both domestically and internationally.

• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.

• Leadership and mentorship abilities.

• Excels in teamwork-based environments.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Adaptability to shifting priorities and demands.

Job Title: Installation Specialist

Position Summary: Responsible for leading high quality industrial and automation installation & relocation work, leading and communicating with additional GRG builders, contractors, and project management teams to ensure effective and efficient supervision and start-up of equipment installed, dismantled, or commissioned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report to the Installation/Relocation Manager for project assignments and to report on daily activity progress and responsibilities.

• Work onsite or in-house with, electrical, mechanical, build and engineering teams depending on project requirements.

• Proactively assessing work to be completed based on input from Project Manager, Project Executioner, Engineering. Assigning/completing work within project constraints and communicating with team members.

• Lead onsite team with daily work tasks, validation of work completed, and fit and finish of installed equipment meets GRG quality standards.

• Work closely with the various GRG departments: engineering, Project Management, installation, in machine building, debug, validation, and commission. Cradle to Grave.

• Consult with Engineering, Project Management, and customers to define the scope of projects and steps to achieve goals. Follow scope closely while communicating grey areas, issues, adherence to timing and updates.

• Follow and enforce safety practices as defined by GRG America and customers’ site safety requirements both onsite and in house.

• Work with controls and mechanical team to test and debug automation and electrical systems at customer sites for final acceptance.

• Document rework and communicate back to Engineering and Project Management teams.

• Aftermarket support for any emergency service or planned maintenance

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on installed equipment as needed.

• Installation support as required and provide daily service reports for progress updates to the project team.

• Break down work to be completed and communicate plan to project team including project management and engineering.

• Work with Project Management to create timing plans for onsite work to be completed based on project constraints.

• Work with the project team to create install cadences.

• Communicate with the assigned project team to ensure a constant level of project awareness and no hidden information.

• Prepare service/warranty and other reports for customers and internal distribution in a timely manner.

• Manage onsite resources both contractor and in house to achieve project goals and deliverables.

• Coordinate with the Documentation Department on a timely basis to ensure that all drawings, manuals, sequence of operation, and all electrical prints are kept current and correct.

• Ensure that all field operation work and /or upgrade documentation is updated on the network, in the correct project file location(s)

• Seek sales opportunities and work with sales/applications while ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Assist in the quotation and technical sales support when applicable.

• Provide product improvement suggestions and customer feedback to GRG team members and upper Management.

• Attend and participate in project meetings to ensure onsite goals align with overall project goals.

• Work with Mechanical, Electrical and Controls engineers with projects, perform product testing, and attend project kick off and lessons learned meetings with Engineering, Sales, and customers.

• Support sales team in pre-sales technical concept and budgeting activities when necessary.

• Interpret client requirements, identify, and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget.

Job requirements:

• 5+ years of job-related experience.

• Strong automation background in Mechanical or Electrical work.

• Efficiently break down, organize, and plan work tasks to meet company goals.

• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.

• Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in a high output environment. Ability to balance multiple projects.

• Computer skills including using Microsoft Office, Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & eDrawings.

• Travel domestically and internationally as required to support projects.