Automation Engineering Technician

Automation Engineering Technician

Job Summary
Work with minimal direction to perform advanced manufacturing equipment/process troubleshooting, provide technical training to peers, and support continuous improvement efforts. Supports onsite shift operators and mechanics for troubleshooting outside normal business hours. Analyzes process data to understand process performance and shifts. Performs or directs technical assistance on equipment, products, materials, and processes.

• Perform the highest level of complex troubleshooting for automated manufacturing equipment including software, electrical, pneumatic, camera, and/or hydraulic systems.
• Maintain, accurately follow, and record protocols/procedures and maintenance work logs.
• Apply fundamental skills to troubleshoot areas that are not necessarily subject matter expert in.
• Provide support to onsite operators and mechanics outside of normal business hours.
• Provide work direction and training for less experienced mechanics and technicians.
• Partner with engineering to develop and execute process validations.
• Develop standards, tools, and methods and provide or write documentation to a level required by the department.
• Build and repair equipment, as applicable.
• Use Solid Edge/Solid Works or other equivalent 3D modeling software to design, create drawings, and have parts manufactured.
• Identify a wide range of trends or problems and help to solve or direct their solution and/or interpret and recommend actions.

• May be required to provide process data from machines to other engineering groups.
• Serve 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.

• Two‑year technical degree or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Minimum 10 years experience in a technical role, or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Experience in medical device industry preferred.
• 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.

• 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.

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

Target Pay Range: $30.00 to $38.00 hourly pay rate to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Target Bonus on Base: 7.0%

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service.