Automation Engineer I
* Automation System Design & Repair
* Influence the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and assembly processes.
* Serve as the technical support for automation systems from concept through sustained production.
* Ensure automation solutions are robust, scalable, safe, and aligned with manufacturing requirements.
* Assist with the complex technical issues impacting equipment performance and uptime.
* Mechanical Engineering & Machine Design
* Design and modify mechanical systems including mechanisms, tooling, fixtures, and machine assemblies using SolidWorks.
* Improve machine reliability, ergonomics, throughput, and serviceability through thoughtful mechanical design.
* Redesign or modify components and systems to address chronic reliability, quality, or safety issues.
* Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Automation (DFA) initiatives.
* Electrical & Controls Engineering
* Assist with the troubleshooting of electrical control systems including control panels, wiring schematics, sensors, actuators, motion devices, and safety components.
* Develop, program, and debug PLC-based control systems (e.g., Allen‑Bradley, Omron), including I/O, sequencing, motion control, and safety logic.
* Configure and support HMI systems, ensuring intuitive operator interfaces, alarms, diagnostics, and system visibility.
* Ensure electrical designs and implementations comply with applicable UL, CE, and internal standards.
* Robotics, Vision, and Advanced Automation
* Program, integrate, and troubleshoot industrial robots (e.g., ABB, Fanuc), including motion optimization and end‑of‑arm tooling.
* Implement and maintain machine vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence) for inspection, alignment, and process verification.
* Assist with the Integrate of robotics, vision, motion, and PLC systems into cohesive, reliable automation solutions.
* Troubleshooting, Reliability & Production Support
* Diagnose and resolve complex electromechanical system issues on live production equipment.
* Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for chronic downtime or performance losses.
* Establish preventive maintenance strategies, spare parts lists, and reliability improvements to maximize uptime.
* Provide hands-on support during equipment startups, ramp-ups, and sustained production.