Summary of the role
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.
The Automation Engineer II is responsible for using the latest technology to improve, streamline and automate manufacturing processes by designing and implementing equipment that has a positive impact on quality, capacity, and cost of products. Must have proven ability to prioritize, plan and execute multiple projects independently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with other engineers and manufacturing/assembly personnel to ensure design intent and cost effectiveness of production are achieved.
- Design and plan electrical systems, including power, communications, and data.
- Create project plans to organize and direct project activities.
- Establish equipment specifications and requirements.
- Develop appropriate documentation including wiring schematics, bills of material, operation manuals, and troubleshooting guides for newly established automated equipment/processes.
- Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate project deliverables.
- Collaborate with New Product Development engineering to ensure new product designs meet DFM/DFA guidelines.
- Manage the Validation / Verification Process for new equipment release.
- Create operation manuals, training documentation, spare part lists, and troubleshooting guides for newly established automated equipment/processes.
- Support maintenance with diagnostic, troubleshooting and repairs of automated manufacturing systems.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering, Automation Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience working with automated assembly equipment and systems.
- Minimum 2 years hands on experience with instrumentation and controls equipment including PLCs, HMIs, and networking equipment.
- Keyence vision system programming experience preferred.
- Yushin robot programming experience a plus.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong solid modeling skills utilizing SolidWorks
- Familiar with programming of PLC’s, Beckhoff preferred.
- Designing and development of HMI systems
- Familiar with pneumatics and servo actuators/controls
- Strong electromechanical skill set.
- Strong problem-solving skills, hands on individual with the ability to multitask.
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to communicate with all levels of personnel.
- Strong Knowledge of Microsoft office products including Project, and Excel
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Manufacturing/Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
None
Interested?
If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.
