Assurant

Associate Automation Engineer

Assurant$64K — $108K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ year experience in design and implementation of automated equipment
  • 1+ year PLC Programming expertise in control programs using IEC languages
  • 1+ year experience with industrial automation protocols like EtherNet/IP or DeviceNet
  • 1+ year understanding of electrical engineering principles
  • 1+ year experience with machine safety systems and OSHA standards
  • 1+ year strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • 1+ year knowledge of motion control and robotics fundamentals

Responsibilities

  • Program control systems and/or robots for automation tasks
  • Design and create detailed machinery designs using engineering software
  • Edit and improve machinery manuals and operating procedures
  • Assist in developing bill-of-materials, vendor selection, and component inspection
  • Troubleshoot machinery in operational settings
  • Refine documentation and standards for machine design and programming

Benefits

  • Onsite role in Irving, TX with a standard Monday to Friday schedule
  • Opportunity to work on innovative machinery projects
  • Hands-on experience with robotics and automation equipment
  • Potential exposure to diverse engineering fields including mechatronics
  • Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians
Full Job Description
The Associate Automation Engineer will work on a team to drive new product development from concept to deployment. This role will focus on conceiving, designing, developing, programing, and maintaining innovative machinery that may include robotics, mechatronics, inspection, sortation, packaging, storage, material handling or other hardware solutions

This is an onsite role in our Irving TX facility with a schedule of Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?
  • Control system and/or robot programming
  • Create original detailed designs of unusual and complex machinery utilizing engineering software with limited direction from leadership.
  • Technical editing of machinery manuals and operating procedures.
  • Assist in creation of bill-of-materials (BOMs), select vendors, obtain quotes, create purchase requests, and inspect received components.
  • Assist in troubleshooting of machinery in operation.
  • Edit standards for machine design, programming, and documentation.


What are the requirements needed for this position?
  • 1+ year of experience in the design and implementation of automated equipment.
  • 1+ year PLC Programming: Expertise in writing control programs for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) using ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, or other relevant IEC languages.
  • 1+ year Industrial Automation Protocols: Proficiency in communication protocols like EtherNet/IP, Profibus, or DeviceNet for data exchange between PLCs and other devices.
  • 1+ year Electrical Engineering Fundamentals: Solid understanding of electrical principles, including power distribution, motor control, and safety considerations.
  • 1+ year Safety: Experience with machine safety systems, ISO standards, RIA 15.06, and similar OSHA requirements
  • 1+ year Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve control system issues efficiently.
  • 1+ year Motion Control: Understanding of servo and stepper motor principles, along with the ability to design and program motion control systems.
  • 1+ year Mechatronics: A combination of mechanical, electrical, and control system knowledge, allowing for a holistic understanding of the automated machinery.
  • 1+ year Robotics Fundamentals: Understanding of robot kinematics, dynamics, and programming for integrating robotic elements into the system.
  • 1+ years Machine Vision: Knowledge of machine vision systems, including camera selection, image processing, and applying them for automated inspection or object recognition.
  • 1+ year Project Management: Ability to manage control system projects from design to implementation, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation.
  • 1+ year SCADA/HMI Development: Experience in designing and implementing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for operator interaction.
  • Communication & Teamwork: Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders


What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?
  • Education: BS in ME, EE, Automation, or Related Field or equivalent experience
  • Experience with conventional programing languages, including Python, C#, C++, Visual Basic and others
  • Cybersecurity Awareness: Understanding of cybersecurity principles to implement secure communication protocols and protect control systems from cyberattacks.
  • Version Control Systems: Familiarity with version control systems like Git to manage code changes and ensure project traceability.
  • Project Management Tools: Proficiency in project management software like MS Project or similar tools for efficient project planning and execution.
  • Data Acquisition & Analysis: Familiarity with data acquisition techniques and tools for analyzing sensor data and optimizing system performance.
  • Project Documentation & Report Writing: Ability to create clear and concise technical documentation and reports for control system designs, troubleshooting procedures, and project deliverables.
  • Experience with B&R, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or other industrial PLC products.
  • Experience with Kuka, Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa or other industrial robotics products.
  • Experience with Cognex, Keyence, Basler or other industrial vision products.
  • Experience with 3D CAD software, Solidworks preferred
  • Experience Utilizing Visual Components, or similar software for digital twin and offline programming.


What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?
  • Position requires incumbents to regularly sit at a desk and operate standard office equipment such as a computer and phone.
  • Occasional bending, lifting up to 25 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
  • Must be able to speak and hear
  • Required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions


Pay Range:
$ 64.900,00 - $ 108.200,00

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

If there is no posting end date listed then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

About Assurant

The Warranty Group is the world’s premier provider of extended service plans and related benefits, with operations in 33 countries and 1800 employees. We have $5 billion in assets with almost $2 billion in revenues (2010). Our wholly-owned subsidiary, Virginia Surety Company, Inc., is rated "A-" Excellent by AM Best Company, as is our UK based company, London General Insurance. By providing underwriting, claims administration and marketing expertise, The Warranty Group is a global single-source solution for manufacturers, distributors and retailers of consumer goods including autos, homes, consumer electronics, medical devices, furniture and appliances as well as financial institutions. We partner with our clients to drive revenue through customer acquisition and retention, while providing financial modeling and regulatory services. The Warranty Group is a unit of Onex Corporation (TSX:OCX), one of Canada's largest publicly-held companies with assets of $40 billion, revenues of $35 billion, and 212,000 employees worldwide(2011).

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Joining Assurant means becoming part of a team that is committed to supporting your career growth and innovation in the insurance sector. As a global provider of risk management solutions, Assurant is where professional aspirations meet opportunities for real impact.

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Size
15,600 employees
Market Cap
$6.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$441.8 million
Founded
1892
5 Year Trend
+6.2%
Revenue
$10 billion
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