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MECHANICAL DESIGNER A (Process Simulate)

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372393028

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Mechanical Designer (Process Simulate)

Required Skills & Experience

Process Simulate Designer / Operator for GM Body Shop Tooling of Body in White (BIW) Assembly
Approximately 4 to 5+ years of experience and some type of formal simulation program
Proficient in Siemens Process Simulation Software as an Operator/Designer
Strong understanding of Mechanical Design tooling fixture of BIW systems
Knowledge of auto assembly strategies (i.e., part flow within an assembly plant / body shop)
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (5–20%) for project needs; may be required for technical support

Main Areas of Responsibility
(These are the position’s essential duties and are not an all-inclusive list.)

Conduct feasibility study and process engineering
Define the Robotics and Human operation in the 3D environment
Perform equipment selection (robots, conveyors, tool, etc.) and placement of equipment
Validate tools to check feasibility
Develop 3D layout for robotic simulation
Develop reach studies and paths with customer-required spec/attributes
Prepare 3D models using CAD software
Develop kinematics of 3D models and weld guns
Perform weld/joint distribution, gun selection, and gun sectioning
Execute technology process path distribution (sealing, arc weld, etc.)
Validate processes in work cells/stations
Simulate robot moves to verify cycle time, reachability, and feasibility
Ensure compliance with safety and ergonomic regulations
Verify whole simulation cell cycle time with RSC and correct tooling/controls sequence
Develop off-line complete robot programs with multiple robot brands
Validate cycle time of each station/line
Optimize robot programs and find solutions in case of cycle time issues
Develop robot OLPs to verify reachability of all process and service positions
Develop robot programs using teach pendant of major robot brands
Download complete offline robot programs in native robot language
Configure Robot Controller Simulation (RCS) in simulation software
Validate cycle time defined in cycle diagrams
Generate precise evaluation of cycle time through detailed cycle simulation
Optimize weld distribution to improve cycle time
Apply robot signal logic with SW

Skills

Interact with stakeholders (Customers, System Engineer, project team) to obtain project input details
Develop according to customer-prescribed documentation and specification
Support reviews with customer
Develop technical documentation for executed projects
Run swept volumes for robot per customer requirements
Verify feasibility of solutions and processes; find and solve issues before the manufacturing phase

Knowledge & Technical Competencies

Feasibility study
Line layout planning
Basics of robot application
Safety standards (Customer, OSHA, NIOSH)
Good understanding of IO and transfer of information between Robot and PLC
Mechanical understanding of industrial equipment and machinery
Demonstrated ability to solve engineering problems
Good understanding of robot program flow and basic programming theories and languages
Experience in at least one major 3D modeling tool (NX, Catia, SolidWorks, others) and abili

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TEC Group Inc

Location

Southfield, MI 48033

Job Code Number

372393028

Positions Available

Expiration Date

5/6/2026

O*NET Code

17-2141.00

O*NET Occupation

Mechanical Engineers

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