Automation Engineer

$103,300 - $154,900/Yr

Precision Castparts - Gardena, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Gardena, CA

10,001+ employees

Primary Metal Manufacturing

About the position

The Automation Engineer is responsible for creating and maintaining automated systems within a production and manufacturing environment. This role involves collaborating with various departments to assess current automation capabilities and identify future opportunities, ultimately developing detailed project road maps that align with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test and maintain automation infrastructure
• Integrate, maintain and debug PLC and computer systems and programs used in assigned automation projects
• Interface with Process Control, Product, Manufacturing Engineering, and Manufacturing Leaders on all assigned automation projects
• Ensure compliance to Software Quality Assurance when programming or maintaining automation code
• Author, edit or compile all technical procedures pertaining to operation of new or updated software systems
• Assist and instruct others on use of new or updated automation software systems
• Robotic Programming (Fanuc, ABB or other)
• Identify potential areas of improvement and design a plan for implementation
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical field
• Two to Four years of experience with Allen Bradley PLC's, PC Human-Machine Interface Packages, Ignition or Factory Talk
• Two to Four years of experience of working in a manufacturing environment
• Strong ability with software testing and validation
• Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and accountability for assigned projects
• Ability to work flexible hours to support automated systems
• Demonstrated ability to stay current with technology and maintains knowledge; learns new technology quickly
• Proven experience of taking initiative and having a strong sense of urgency
• Robotic programming of Fanuc, ABB or other robots
• Vision system experience (Cognex or Keyence)
• Recognizes variable cost opportunities and implements solutions accordingly
• Ability to read electrical prints and troubleshoot electrical systems
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident (green card holder)

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan
• 120 hours paid time off every year
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage
• Eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan