Process Engineer; Automation Engineer

Process Engineer (Automation Engineer)

Full-time regular position in the Plastics Manufacturing team located in Gainesville, GA.

IMS Gear is a leading producer of gear technologies for the automotive industry with a history spanning over 160 years. Headquartered in Donaueschingen, Germany, the company operates globally with a workforce of about 3,600 employees and a customer‑centric, flat‑hierarchy culture.

Full‑time, 07:30 am to 04:30 pm (in person).

• Conduct machine and process capability studies and implement improvements.
• Support FMEA, APQP, and Control Plan creation and review.
• Develop investment suggestions and give recommendations.
• Carry out commissioning and acceptance of equipment and machines.
• Coordinate supplier selection, request offers and evaluate them.
• Define process parameters and ensure adherence.
• Create and adapt work instructions.
• Develop automation concepts and support process development for new projects in coordination with Industrial Engineering.
• Prepare, evaluate and coordinate complex solution concepts constructively.
• Examine machine function, layout and design of electrical installations (feasibility). Select and modify components as needed.
• Design and build smaller complex process solutions.
• Modify and enhance existing complex processes, functions and elements.
• Commission processes and measuring systems.
• Program machine controls and teach robots.
• Ensure safety of machines and designs, conduct preliminary tests (feasibility study and specifications).
• Identify and implement potential savings.
• Develop and implement process optimisation measures, including partial process solutions and manufacturing process modifications.
• Participate in 8D problem‑solving activities, analyse complex alarms and remove root causes.
• Maintain automation maintenance history and share information via SharePoint.
• Support complex process changes and faults beyond BU‑level.
• Determine root causes for complaints and develop corrective actions.
• Plan spare parts requirements and initiate orders.
• Introduce employees to installations, instruct them and create training material.
• Supervise interns and bachelor students.
• Ensure compliance with guidelines and regulations (environment per ISO
  14001, company and BU standards).
• Initiate process improvement projects using data‑driven and statistically designed experiments to enhance quality, reduce cost, improve safety and increase earnings.
• Assist the quality department to verify process parameters and monitor functionality of quality‑related devices.
• Be on call when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.

• Manufacturing and IATF standard experience preferred.
• Technical writing and logical hands‑on problem‑solving skills.
• Project management experience with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to work in metric and inch units.
• Knowledge of databases, OT/IT connectivity, and high‑voltage electrical installations.
• Thorough knowledge of statistics.
• Team‑oriented mindset.
• Self‑driven and motivated to learn.
• Computer skills, including MS Office.
• Ability to read schematics (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic).

• Open ACS
• Bosch Indra Drive
• Oracle Database
• Beckhoff IPC
• TwinCAT 3
• IBH Soft PLC
• Siemens Step 7 Classic
• LabVIEW
• Mitsubishi Scara
• KUKA Roboter KR C4
• Pilz PNOZ Safety control
• Cognex Camera
• Trumpf laser marking
• LPKF laser welding
• Keyence cameras
• Baltec
• ATEQ

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental, Medical and Vision insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 15 days of paid time‑off and 10 paid holidays

* This position is not eligible for sponsorship at this time*

• Exposure to manufacturing areas requiring personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and slip‑resistant safety toe shoes.

IMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

If you are ready to contribute to our success and experience your own wow moments, apply now to be part of the IMS Gear family!