About the position
The Automation Designer at Ashley will play a crucial role in the design, build, and operation of machines that enhance manufacturing, distribution, automation, and supply chain processes across the organization. This position requires a blend of creativity and technical expertise, as the Automation Designer will work independently or collaboratively with a team of Engineers, Technicians, and component suppliers. The primary responsibility will be to design automation equipment and machines from concept through implementation, ensuring that all designs meet the necessary specifications and standards. The Automation Designer will be responsible for creating 3D associative solid models, detail drawings, weldment drawings, and assemblies, as well as 2D and 3D electrical drawings. This role involves accurately developing solid models of fully assembled products and detail parts, including the creation of bills of materials (BOM). The designer will also maintain all 3D CAD drawings and work instructions, ensuring that they are up-to-date and accessible for manufacturing and assembly teams. In addition to design responsibilities, the Automation Designer will proactively collaborate with Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineers to ensure timely scheduling, production efficiency, cost savings, and continuous improvement processes. This position requires independent evaluation and application of standard mechanical design techniques to solve technical problems related to machine design, manufacturability, product quality, and systems compatibility. The Automation Designer will also support manufacturing and assembly teams by providing design specifications and troubleshooting equipment design issues as they arise.
Responsibilities
- Draft solid models and prints based on the design drawing or rough drafted products.
- Ensure all components of the product are itemized while ensuring cost efficiency.
- Attend and assist at all rough mock-ups and first construction sessions of machines.
- Ensure the equipment is built according to print and make any revisions as necessary.
- Troubleshoot equipment design or engineering for problems and recommend solutions.
- Manage the project implementation by creating timelines for both manufactured and purchased components for new automation machines and equipment.
- Draw all 2D electrical schematics as well as 3D electrical design using 2D and 3D software with the assistance of the Automation Engineers and Technicians.
- Frequently interact with employees and operations management.
- Attend and actively participate in Product Development, Software, Assembly, Fab, Design, Programming and Quality meetings to provide basic information and/or detailed procedural explanations or technical responses in order to improve engineering and manufacturing processes and products.
- Complete engineering special projects including product improvement initiatives, product testing and assisting with standardizing engineering and manufacturing procedures, components, tooling, etc.
- Stay current with engineering concepts, participate in training on new releases of software, manufacturing techniques and quality concepts; train other individuals and departments in the same.
- Enter all machine drawings, electrical schematics, BOM's into Machine manuals with the correct labeling as well as backed up in the correct locations.
- Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.
Requirements
- Proven experience in mechanical design and automation engineering.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software for creating solid models and drawings.
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics and design principles.
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve engineering problems effectively.
- Experience in project management and implementation of engineering projects.
- Excellent communication skills for interaction with team members and management.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with automation technologies and machine design.
- Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in engineering.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
- Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
- Telehealth
- 401(k) and Profit Sharing
- Life Insurance
