EAM Automation Tech Level III

Summary This position is responsible for all aspects of assembly, troubleshooting, development, installation, and service of Custom Assembly Automation. In addition, the Technician plays a critical role in the job documentation, quality, and professionally representing EAM/Prescott in the field. Proficient in field service work and support. Will assist sales efforts with current and new customers. Travel required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Mechanical and electrical assembly.

Frequently works with mechanical and electrical blueprints.

Documentation of changes with engineering and purchasing.

Automation setup, startup, troubleshooting, and debugging.

Use mechanical components, bearings, pneumatic systems, for assembling customer jobs, etc.

Installs electrical sensors, Programmable Logic Controller, motor drives, vision systems, etc.

Maintain accurate Bill of Material (BOM) changes for all jobs.

Working closely with engineers to develop new automation systems.

Able to assist with some basic engineering tasks.

Lead customer projects, help manage the assembly team.

Maintaining Accurate time logging for jobs.

Prioritizing tasks based on production and service needs.

Miscellaneous duties as assigned to help Prescott Metal/EAM achieve its goals.

Installation and Service Assist with Service and Spare parts sales.

Assist with technical phone support.

Machine setup and run up through customer approval process.

Automation setup, startup, and debug at customer facility

Test performance of electro-mechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as multimeters and electronic controls testing equipment.

Analyze and record test results and prepare written testing documentation.

Assist with program debug.

Travel required to customer locations.

Working closely with engineers to develop new automation systems.

Customer training.

Minimum Qualifications /Technical Knowledge

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent/Associates Degree preferred.

Strong electrical wiring and crimping skills, small to large wire gauge and cable assemblies.

Strong knowledge and experience operating power tools and hand tools.

Ability to read and interpret mechanical fabrication drawings, including tolerances.

Ability to read and interpret production job orders and bills of materials.

Experience with electrical control panels, maintenance or troubleshooting.

Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing, system, and tools.

Experience managing inventory and company assets.

Ability to design and build jibs and fixtures.

Experience working with engineers on projects.

Knowledge of pneumatic systems, components, and assemblies.

Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word.

Experience with basic Enterprise RP systems

Ability to use and understand precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, squares, scales, etc.

Ability to travel to perform service and/or machine installations.

Leadership skills