Automation Project Engineer

Igloo Products Corp. is an iconic, fast-growing American brand known for its exceptional and durable coolers designed to meet everyday needs. For more than 75 years, Igloo has been a leader in the housewares industry and has evolved into a high-growth lifestyle brand, inspiring outdoor experiences centered around fun, family, and friends.

Founded in 1947 as a metalworking shop that brought fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field, and later inventing the Playmate, Igloo has grown into America's most recognizable brand of ice chests. The Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today, Igloo has over 90% brand awareness, is #1 in market share in the U.S., and is a pioneer in sustainability within its category through the launch of biodegradable coolers and products made with post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials.

Igloo also has a growing direct-to-consumer (DTC) business, allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands, creating the opportunity to globally grow both brands together.

Built on a legacy of quality and innovation, we are seeking an Automation Project Engineer to join our team and support our continued growth.

This role will be involved in identifying, developing, and implementing automation concepts to full implementation, automated machinery and process to improve the manufacture of coolers and meet strategic goals. Finding suitable industry partners capable of delivering robust automation solutions in a fast paced, consumer goods factory.

Essential

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

* Serve as the Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Operations team initiatives and existing equipment/processes

* Develop fully integrated systems to streamline processes to eliminate waste within the value streams and improve overall product quality, manufacturing capability, and process control.

* Create the conceptual design for automated systems and act as the technical lead for automation migrations.

* Produce and/or approve functional and detailed design specifications and provide technical leadership, support and expertise for the project team.

* Establish the technical specification for electrical subcontracting including control panels and electrical subcontractor scope of work and ensure that the engineered solution meets project requirements.

* Support the development of the PLC program and/or HMI program from Igloo's development specifications.

* Participate and lead internal tests, such as Factory Acceptance Test, Site Acceptance Test and Commissioning, including documentation of their respective protocols.

* Compile and author the Operator Installation Manual and Troubleshooting Guide; and provide supporting technical equipment files.

* Provide operator and maintenance technician training across all (4) shifts for any equipment or process automation.

* Recommends, designs, & implements upgrades to existing equipment.

* Identify tool designs, and processes to improve consistency, accuracy, and cycle times.

* Identify and implement shop floor savings.

* Work as part of a larger multi-disciplined project team.

* Other duties as assigned.

What do we offer?

* Medical

* Dental

* Vision

* Life Insurance

* Short term & Long-term disability

* Accidental death insurance

* Supplemental life insurance

* Company paid holidays

* Flexible Spending Accounts

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

A suitable background would be a solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences:

* Associate's degree in mechanical engineering technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience.

* 5+ years in a similar role in a manufacturing environment.

* Basic knowledge of PLC, HMI, Communication protocols, Ethernet IP, Virtualization, ProE, AutoCAD, and automation integration.

* English language skills:
Able to read, write, speak and comprehend English.

* Math skills:
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

* Physical Demands:
Manufacturing environment. Able to perform any job on shop floor.

* Work environment:
Warehouse is hot and humid in summer…