Control Systems Implementation Manager

At KNAPP (pronounced KaNop, not Nap!) "We Make Complexity Simple" by using cutting-edge technologies to deliver groundbreaking solutions for our clients. By leveraging the latest software, AI, and Robotics technology we are disrupting the logistics automation industry. We work with the world’s industry leaders in grocery, healthcare, retail, e-commerce, apparel & manufacturing.

We are a global company with our US headquarters right outside of Atlanta, GA. We specialize in dock-to-dock automation of the supply chain process for both B2B (Business to Business) and B2C (Business to Consumer.) With over 6,000 people in our group worldwide we are different than most other supply chain automation companies in that over 25% of our solutions are software-based. We also reinvest 7% of our revenues in R&D ensuring a strong and vibrant future! Come help us change the world! For more information, visit www.knapp.com.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Manage Lead Control Systems Commissioning Engineers on-site and assign tasks to team leads and other team members
• Manage schedule and quality of the Control Systems Implementation as part of the assigned project/jobsite
• Interface with Installation Supervisors
• Interface with Software Implementation Site Management
• Interface with Construction Site Management
• Interface with Customer to address Control Systems-related matters
• Interface with Project Management
• Report and track on-site progress
• Responsible for resource planning of the jobsite of assigned area, including turnarounds and vacations
• Hold and lead team meetings
• Review, check, and approve hours of direct reports
• Oversee and direct successful and timely completion of assigned team tasks and projects, in coordination with department and business area management
• Assess risk and take appropriate actions
• Attend all meetings relevant to the assigned project

WHAT YOU HAVE

• 2 years of experience with implementation of Control Systems and/or PLC commissioning
• Knowledge of project management and of tools being used for project management
• Knowledge of computer systems and Windows operating system
• Good knowledge of PLC programming
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned
• Motivation
• Positive, constructive, and confident attitude about the company and position (act as a role model of the company)
• Reliability and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to meet changing deadlines while still producing high quality results
• Problem-solving
• Ability to focus on goals and stay on track in the face of challenges and failures
• Travel and flexibility
• Willingness to travel often and work flexible hours based on the project (i.e., night shifts or weekends)
• Willingness to learn new processes
• Ability to receive positive constructive feedback to achieve high level objectives
• Ability to manage conflicts
• Ability to recognize and understand conflict, speak openly about it, and work collaboratively to facilitate sustainable solutions
• Perception
• Ability to recognize, troubleshoot, and resolve system failures and problems

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Overtime as required by work
• Travel is required, up to 90% or must be open to relocate to assigned project site (duration of over 1 year)
• Passport or ability to obtain passport
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Professional office etiquette is required at all times
• Physical requirements may include:
  • Sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, climbing a ladder, speaking, visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 50 pounds

WHAT YOU WILL GET

• Ability to work from home 2 days per week and Half Day Fridays when in office
• A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
• Industry competitive compensation
• Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
• 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Subsidized Daycare
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Subsidized food delivery
• Monthly celebrations
• Quarterly employee events
• Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering