Engineer II; automated production

Position Summary:

The Engineer II is responsible for leveraging their technical and soft skills to ensure high product quality and profitability. Key duties include developing and implementing quality assurance and continuous improvement methodologies, managing complex projects, and integrating new technologies. The role requires an elevated level of ownership, accountability, and effectiveness.

• Equipment Expertise:
  Expertise in specific equipment that is leveraged for complex troubleshooting and optimization. Leads new equipment onboarding processes.
  • Robotic/Automation Equipment
    
    Experience:
    
    Expertise in robotic and automation equipment, experience in troubleshooting, adjusting equipment. Technical lead for automation scoping and onboarding.
• Data Analysis:
  Utilizes advanced data analysis techniques to drive process optimization.
• Process Design:
  Designs and optimizes complex manufacturing processes and documents processes in detail.

• Inspection and Process Controls:
  Develops, implements, and monitors advanced inspection and process control methods.
• Root Cause Analysis and Troubleshooting:
  Leads root cause analysis and implements corrective actions for complex issues.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Implements larger continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and profitability.
• Management Support:
  Complete other tasks as assigned by management.

• Innovation:
  Drives innovation initiatives and nurtures a culture of innovation.
• Technology and Digital Transformation:
  Leads the integration of advanced technologies and ensures seamless adoption across teams. (ex. new equipment, automation/robotics, new software, etc.)

• Customer Requirements:
  Ensures customer requirements are met and leads complex customer development projects that exceed customer expectations.
• Customer Feedback:
  Leads initiatives to address customer feedback and improve product quality and satisfaction.
• Customer Communication:
  Manages customer communications and builds strong relationships to ensure satisfaction.

• Project Management:
  Independently manages complex projects, allocates resources, and ensures timely completion of milestones.
• Documentation and Organization:
  Develops comprehensive documentation and ensures internal and external standards are met.
• Leadership:
  Demonstrates strong leadership skills and fosters a culture of Tapecon's core values.

• Bachelors in a STEM field from an accredited College or University required
  • Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering Degrees preferred.
• Master’s degree in related field preferred
• 2-5 years work experience required
• 1-2 years of project management experience preferred
• Technical
  
  Experience:
  
  2-5 years of experience working with industrial automation (Industrial Robotics, Vision, PLC, Low-cost automation) preferred. Direct experience with Yaskawa automation highly preferred.

• Core Technical Expertise:
  Advanced knowledge and application of materials expertise, mechanical systems, industrial engineering, and/or any other specialty focus area.
• Quality and Compliance:
  Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO, FDA, Automotive or similar).
• Continuous Improvement:
  Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, etc.

• Problem Solving:
  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Organization, Time Management, Project Management:
  Excellent project planning and execution capabilities, with attention…