Sr. Mechanical Automation Engineer

Sr. Mechanical Automation Engineer needs BS Degree in Engineering with 7+ years' experience

Requires:

Experience in high volume production, with emphasis on ergonomic design, yield improvement, labor & cost reduction

Experience with electromechanical systems & automating assembly processes

Proficient in PLC programming (Ladder Logic and Structured Text) & HMI development

6-Axis robotics programming/integration experience

Excellent conceptual, analytical, & problem-solving abilities

Ability to coordinate & complete multiple tasks under minimal supervision

Strong verbal & written communication skills

Understanding of Sensors, Robotics, Complex Mechanical designs & controls for automated systems

Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (SOLIDWORKS preferred)

Strong project management skills with ability to create technical documentation

Experience with Collaborative Robots (YuMi) and/or Denso or Fanuc Robots

Experience in the Consumer Eyewear Industry

Lean Six Sigma and/or SPC Training

Knowledge of Cognex, PPT, DVT, or Fanuc Vision Systems

Duties

Lead design for medium-large projects that support new product or technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes & supporting engineering runs
Devise new approaches to problems through adaptations/modifications of automation technical principles
Work with multiple disciplines, including manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, & quality assurance to manage portfolio of projects
Diagnose/troubleshoot equipment issues
Direct/mentor junior automation staff engineers & technicians
Create automation & machine design requirements including 3D drawing design, wiring, programming, safety features, & sourcing
Detail control schemes with wiring and system drawings for automation projects
Design PLC/HMI/Robotics (programming & creation of technical documents such as user requirements, functional specifications, & design specifications)
Troubleshoot & diagnose design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies; proactively recommend revisions and/or improvements