Automation Engineer

Position Summary

The Automation Engineer creates automated systems for use in a production and manufacturing environment. Collaborates with departmental and management to determine existing automation capabilities and future opportunities, creating detailed project road maps for automation projects that support business objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, test and maintain automation infrastructure
• Integrate, maintain and debug PLC and computer systems and programs used in assigned automation projects.
• Interface with Process Control, Product, Manufacturing Engineering, and Manufacturing Leaders on all assigned automation projects.
• Ensure compliance to Software Quality Assurance when programming or maintaining automation code.
• Author, edit or compile all technical procedures pertaining to operation of new or updated software systems. Assist and instruct others on use of new or updated automation software systems.
• Robotic Programming (Fanuc, ABB or other)
• Identify potential areas of improvement and design a plan for implementation
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical field.
• Two to Four years of experience with Allen Bradley PLC's, PC Human- Machine Interface Packages, Ignition or Factory Talk
• Two to Four years of experience of working in a manufacturing environment
• Strong ability with software testing and validation
• Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and accountability for assigned projects
• Ability to work flexible hours to support automated systems
• Demonstrated ability to stay current with technology and maintains knowledge; learns new technology quickly
• Proven experience of taking initiative and having a strong sense of urgency
• Robotic programming of Fanuc, ABB or other robots
• Vision system experience (Cognex or Keyence)
• Recognizes variable cost opportunities and implements solutions accordingly
• Ability to read electrical prints and troubleshoot electrical systems
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident (green card holder)

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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