Manufacturing Automation Engineer
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Job Description
SUMMARY
Provides shop floor support to maintenance, production, and management for automation work centers in assembly and molding.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Evaluate and develop plans to improve the performance of automation equipment.
- Works closely with all functions to improve equipment safety, quality, and performance, especially regarding the human-machine interface.
- Provides support, staffing, and training recommendations.
- Trains, mentors, and works closely with the automation technicians.
- Training stakeholders on how to troubleshoot automation systems
- Upgrading or deactivating existing automation systems
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in related field; Engineering, automation design or manufacturing required
- Minimum of 5 years experience with automation, electrical and mechanical design, and fabricating experience required (preferably within the automotive industry)
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must be organized and able to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Proficiency with solid modeling software and the creation of shop prints - SolidWorks or Geomagic design preferred
- Machining experience with CNC experience a plus
- Programming experience (PLC (Allen Bradley), Fanuc, Wittman) a plus
- Experience with hydraulics, robotics, electrical systems, automation, machine maintenance, installation, and repair, including auxiliary equipment and material fundamentals - Experience with injection molding a plus
- Must possess exceptional mechanical skills and good visual skills for accessing the functionality of the equipment
- Experience in adjusting vision systems, specifically Keyence and Cognex.
- Ability to program, maintain, and adjust 6-axis and cartesian robotics
- Ability to root cause and troubleshoot complex automation
- Ability to lead and mentor others
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as required
COMPETENCIES
- Technical and Analytical Skills
- Understanding of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculations of percentages, measurement conversions).
- Strong working knowledge of Windows applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.
- Time Management and Communication Skills
- Must be dependable, have good attendance, be punctual, and have a positive attitude
- Prioritizes regular workload, particular tasks, and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within the established time frame.
- Performs with a high level of initiative, exhibiting persistence and willingness to stimulate new ideas within the organization.
- Takes calculated risks, makes strategic, results-oriented decisions, and accepts responsibility for the results (positive or negative).
- Continuous improvement mindset (the Ability to build a robust inventory system that is used across the division.
Compensation Information:
$70-$110K
- Location:
- Mokena