Automation Engineering Technician

Automation Engineering Technician

Work with minimal direction performs advanced manufacturing equipment/process troubleshooting, provides technical training to peers, and supports continuous improvement efforts. Supports the onsite shift operators and mechanics for troubleshooting outside of normal business hours. Analyzes process data to help understand process performance and shifts. Performs or directs technical assistance on equipment, products, materials, and processes.

Performs the highest level of complex troubleshooting for automated manufacturing equipment including software, electrical, pneumatic, camera, and/or hydraulic systems. Maintains, accurately follows, and records protocols/procedures and maintenance work logs. Can apply fundamental skills to troubleshoot in areas that they are not necessarily subject matter expert in. Provides a level of support to the onsite operators and mechanics outside of normal business hours.

Provides work direction and training for less experienced mechanics and technicians. Partners with engineering to develop and execute process validations. Develops standards, tools, and methods and provides or writes documentation to a level required by the department. Builds and repairs equipment, as applicable. Use Solid Edge/ Solid Works or other equivalent 3D modeling software to design, create drawings, and have parts manufactured.

Identifies a wide range of trends or problems and helps to solve or direct their solution and/or interprets and recommends actions.

May be required to provide process data from machines to other engineering groups. Serves as a lead, coach, and mentor to less experienced technicians and equipment operators. Assist in new automation activities including:
Design reviews, PFMEAs, FAT, and SAT. May be required to travel to machine supplier locations for periods of time.

Education:

Two-year technical degree or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

Experience:

Minimum 10 years experience in a technical role, or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered. Experience in medical device industry preferred. Requires skills and experience in design and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and/or software systems. Experience in the fabrication of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems and assemblies preferred. Experience in high speed automation.

Experience in RF welding applications. Experience in Cam automation.

Skills:

Understand and able to read/write PLC ladder logic. (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens preferred) Understand and able to troubleshoot vision systems. (Cognex preferred) Ability to successfully carry out a wide range of projects and resolve the most complex problems. Direct experience with pneumatic, electrical, and control software systems involving complex troubleshooting. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to specify and procure materials and components needed for projects, test equipment, and production equipment.

Skills to interface with manufacturers, vendors, and contractors in the development of equipment and control systems. Able to provide input toward the design of mechanical/electro-mechanical systems. Ability to read, understand, and apply complex mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings, schematics, and specifications. Ability to work independently and multitask. Demonstrated ability to carry out tasks as directed and meet scheduled timelines. Prefer knowledge in machining, welding, fastener and assembly technologies.

Physical Requirements:

General Labor Environment requirements include: use of personal protective equipment, reading, speaking, hearing, walking, bending, standing, stretching/reaching, hand/finger dexterity, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, or transporting up to 500 pounds via carts or mechanized equipment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.