Job Overview:The
Electro-Mechanical Engineer/Automation is a hands-on developer of automated production equipment used in our internal manufacturing processes. Provide technical design support in developing and debugging automation equipment utilizing robots, HMIs, PLCs, and a variety of controls. This position is located in
Nashville, TN. Major Tasks and Responsibilities:- Design and develop new equipment utilizing robotics and integration of HMI, PLC and application integration
- Design mechanical and electrical upgrades and improvements for production equipment utilizing in-house design as well as outside contractor partners for the design and fabrication of that equipment
- Recommend, plan and implement equipment upgrades to improve production efficiency and/or cost reductions
- Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, design engineering teams, and external design partners
- Ensure that equipment is maintained in a fashion that is safe and assures products can be produced to specification
- Provide design oversight and consultation to multiple development and support activities
- Develop protocols and provide for data acquisition from machine controllers
- Ensure compliance of Hayward's lean manufacturing principles and ensure machine capabilities to prescribed standards
Capabilities/Qualifications:- 3 or more years' experience with Electro-Mechanical Equipment and Controls technologies
- Experience with PLC ladder logic, analog signals, networking, wireless communications, HMI panel programming and Data Acquisition, and vision system integration
- Experience with Solid Works preferred AutoCAD mechanical
- Requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to be applied in programming and troubleshooting of machine control processes
- Demonstrated expertise managing machine design projects from concept through deployment
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing a plus
- Good communication and interpersonal, ability to interact with all levels of management vendors. Capable of working in a team environment
Education:BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree
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