Automation Engineer
Activ8
Fort Branch, IN
An automotive parts manufacturer near Fort Branch, Indiana is seeking a Process Engineer responsible for the development, implementation, and improvement of automated manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical systems aptitude, good hands-on ability, and the drive to succeed in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.
This is a full-time, direct-hire position with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurances, 401K program, and performance bonuses.
Process Engineer Responsibilities:
- Support development and integration of new automated processes for manufacturing, including optimization of PLC and CNC equipment, vision systems, and robotics, with an eye towards continuous improvement
- Support PLC machine controls for equipment on-site, including programming, modifications, and troubleshooting
- Analyze workflow and equipment layout, including development of process drawings and diagrams, process validation, collecting data on efficiency, and troubleshooting setups, processes, and production methods as necessary
- Implement new robotics and AGVs (automated guided vehicles) for additional workflow efficiency
- Specify tooling requirements for production, and create jigs / fixtures as needed
- Act as a technical lead to engineering technicians
- Assist with installation and initial start-up of new equipment, and support maintenance with troubleshooting as needed in a team environment
- Interact with vendors to determine appropriate specifications and purchase equipment
- Provide estimates for production times, staffing, and other considerations as needed
- Other duties as assigned by management
Process Engineer Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field. Equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
- 5+ years of engineering experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment—automotive industry experience preferred
- Good understanding and ability to work with PLC-driven equipment, including controls programming, troubleshooting, and modification. Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, and/or Keyence PLC experience is ideal.
- Working knowledge of machine vision systems (i.e. Cognex, Keyence)
- Experience programming, troubleshooting, and providing support for AGVs and robotics (FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a multi-cultural environment, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and communicate cross-functionally between departments on mutual objectives
- Experience with lean manufacturing, Six-sigma, or continuous improvement
- This position includes working in a manufacturing and/or warehousing work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc., has been one of the leading recruiting firms in North America when it comes to working with Japanese Businesses for more than 20 years. Our services are based on the needs of our clients, and we connect them with qualified candidates in the Automotive, Electronics, Food, Logistics, Manufacturing and Oil & Gas industries. We like to take the approach of working one on one with each of You to ensure that we have the best understanding of your background and what it is you are looking for in a career.
We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant with criminal background / Social Security verification. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable time frame, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.