Job Description:
Nexteer is looking for integral members of our Manufacturing Engineering assembly team. Expertise is needed in these areas: Automation and Robotics. This fast paced change in technology provides endless opportunities for career development. Additionally, this position involves many opportunities for problem solving, creative thinking, interaction with upper management and design teams. The ideal candidate must have experience in a manufacturing environment, possess an engineering degree, and be willing to accommodate a flexible schedule.
- Develop, specify, validate and install new automation and/or robotic applications for assembly processes and material handling application
- Develop common Manufacturing systems for global implementation
- Integration of robotics and automation into operations that were previously not automated
- Lead the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes for an assigned area
- Utilize project management skills to plan and execute assigned projects; manage budget as required
- Estimate lead time and cost of capital equipment
- Understand & lead safety/ergonomic requirements
- Communicate with all stakeholders, supervisors, engineers, skilled trades, etc. to meet customer needs
- Support and improve the Nexteer Manufacturing System
- Support all plant initiatives to meet plant goals
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering and 2 years previous experience with automation and/or robotics experience OR 5-10 years of previous experience with automation and/or robotics experience
- Demonstrated proficiency with Robot programming and protocols
- Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical controls
- High level of analytical skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Knowledge of Problem Solving Techniques (ie: Shainin/Six Sigma)
- Global Travel required
- Weekend and off shift working hours may be required during implementation phases
