The Automation Engineer develops, edits, maintains, and troubleshoots automated actuators, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and motion controlled programs on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
Core Competencies
- Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
- Communication
- Team Work
- Root Cause Analysis
- Project Management
- Ethics and Integrity
- Analytical
Training Requirements
- 00003 New Employee Orientation ProgramEMS Manual
- Monitoring & Measurement
- Equipment Procurement
- Machine Guarding
- Error Proofing
- CMS
- APQP
- FMEA/PFMEA
- Root Cause Analysis
- TS16949
Job Duties
- Instruct and train all team process engineers and die setter in "real time" trouble shooting techniques. This includes basic electrical, mechanical and pneumatic functions of the robot and connections.
- Develop, organize and improve spare parts inventories.
- Participate in the advanced product quality planning activities for the development of control plans.
- Provide technical support for the production floor on a daily basis to meet production efficiency goals.
- Initiate and participate in continuous improvement, including cycle time reductions, and root cause analysis.
- Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems.
- Integrate robotics with peripherals, such as welders, controllers, or other equipment.
- The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred but experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
- 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing technology required.
- Competency with Allen Bradley PLC programming hardware and software.
- Competency with Allen Bradley Operator Interface hardware and software (primarily Panel View series)
- Ability to specify, assist with installation, debug and start-up of electrical control and power system equipment.
- PLC programming skills necessary to make a machine function properly and safely.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Project.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Strong analytical, decision making and problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
Working Conditions Benefits
- Physical ability to lift 40lbs.
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- Overtime as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays and vacation time
