Automation Engineer - BOSS Snowplow

Full-time - Entry Level

Iron Mountain, MI

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

BOSS Snowplow, located in Iron Mountain, Michigan, is a division of The Toro Company. BOSS is a leader in the snow and ice management business with a growing lineup of plows for trucks, UTVs and ATVs, salt and sand spreaders, and box plows built for the snow and ice management professional, as well as the homeowner. With a focus on uncompromising quality and high-level craftsmanship, BOSS has grown to be a leader in the sale of truck plows.

Responsibilities

• Understand, troubleshoot, and program complete robotic systems.
• Install, set-up, program, and conduct preventative maintenance, including all types of robot's vision systems, and automation controllers.
• Read electrical or electronic schematics.
• Operate all equipment and specialized tools in a safe and proper manner.
• Provide advanced design and development of automation systems and equipment to enhance production efficiency.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Maintenance departments to develop, coordinate, and implement technical training.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the plants.
• Provide input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility.
• Assist with work instructions, equipment set-up procedures, and preventative maintenance processes.
• Drive Continuous Improvement activities to meet and exceed operational objectives and goals.
• Manage project responsibilities for implementation, including project timing, budget, and successful implementation.
• Manage relationships with current and new vendors/integrators for equipment purchases and existing equipment needs.
• Collaborate with leaders/operators in various processes across the site to identify automation opportunities.
• Benchmark industry for best practices and advancements that can be applied to operations.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues when required by maintenance staff.
• Develop the Investment Authorization Request (IAR) for Capex related to automation projects.
• Develop and execute the site strategy for automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar discipline.
• Engineer II-2-4 years experience.
• Engineer III-5+ years experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Understand and regularly use programming software including Rockwell Software applications, ABB Rapid, and Fanuc KAREL.
• Provide in-depth machine control programming for automation equipment and quality inspection processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan.
• 401k.
• Dress for your day policy.
• Wellness resources for physical, mental, and financial health.
• 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Tuition reimbursement and growth opportunities.