Automation Engineer

1 month ago


Lincoln, Nebraska, United States Vertiv Full time

Job Description

Position Summary

Vertiv, in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining automated systems within our manufacturing processes. This role demands both technical expertise and project management skills to ensure automation projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

Automation Development:

  • Research, design, and develop manufacturing automation processes to enhance production flow, assembly methods, and equipment.
  • Program and modify PLC logic on new equipment and perform necessary repairs.
  • Program and train industrial robots for precise and repetitive tasks.
  • Implement and maintain vision systems for quality control and inspection processes.
  • Define and document specifications for new automation equipment and systems.

Quoting and Project Planning:

  • Prepare quotes for automation projects and create detailed project plans to ensure successful implementation.

Equipment Troubleshooting and Support:

  • Troubleshoot production equipment using mechanical, pneumatic, electromechanical, and hydraulic skills.
  • Install, repair, and rebuild production-related equipment.

Preferred - Tool and Die Work:

  • Work from blueprints, sketches, concepts, and verbal instructions to design and build dies, fixtures, and tooling.
  • Operate all conventional tool room machinery and equipment, with an understanding of CNC equipment operation and concepts.
  • Use precision measuring equipment to ensure accuracy in tool and die processes.

Technical Guidance:

  • Assist, advise, and instruct less experienced personnel to meet required performance levels in technical and safety aspects.
  • Recommend new or modified methods and equipment to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.

Collaboration and Problem Solving:

  • Work with engineers and production departments to resolve problems.
  • Adhere to quality and safety systems, maintaining standards for quality and safety.

General Responsibilities:

  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and meet production schedules.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of PLC programming, robotics, and vision systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Experience in designing and fabricating one-off assembly aids and assembly equipment.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.

Education/Experience

  • Associate degree in Machine Tool and Die or Electromechanical Design field, or BS in an Engineering field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in PLC programming or troubleshooting.
  • 3-5 years of tool and die experience preferred.
  • 3-5 years of 3D CAD experience.

Physical & Environmental Demands

  • Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Light manufacturing environment.

Travel Requirements

None.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES


• Customer Focus


• Operational Excellence


• High-Performance Culture


• Innovation


• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS


• Own It


• Act With Urgency


• Foster a Customer-First Mindset


• Think Big and Execute


• Lead by Example


• Drive Continuous Improvement


• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.


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