Manufacturing Automation Engineer

ITW

Full-time - Mid Level

101-250 employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Automation Engineer position at Illinois Tool Works, Inc. involves providing essential support to maintenance, production, and management for automation work centers in assembly and molding. The role focuses on evaluating and improving the performance of automation equipment, enhancing safety and quality, and training automation technicians. This position is critical in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of automation systems within the automotive segment of the company.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop plans to improve the performance of automation equipment.
• Work closely with all functions to improve equipment safety, quality, and performance, especially regarding the human-machine interface.
• Provide support, staffing, and training recommendations.
• Train, mentor, and work closely with automation technicians.
• Train stakeholders on how to troubleshoot automation systems.
• Upgrade or deactivate existing automation systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, automation design, or manufacturing required.
• Minimum of 5 years experience with automation, electrical and mechanical design, and fabricating experience required, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be organized and able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Proficiency with solid modeling software and the creation of shop prints, preferably SolidWorks or Geomagic design.
• Machining experience with CNC experience is a plus.
• Programming experience with PLC (Allen Bradley), Fanuc, Wittman is a plus.
• Experience with hydraulics, robotics, electrical systems, automation, machine maintenance, installation, and repair, including auxiliary equipment and material fundamentals; experience with injection molding is a plus.
• Exceptional mechanical skills and good visual skills for assessing the functionality of the equipment.
• Experience in adjusting vision systems, specifically Keyence and Cognex.
• Ability to program, maintain, and adjust 6-axis and cartesian robotics.
• Ability to root cause and troubleshoot complex automation issues.
• Ability to lead and mentor others.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the automotive industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Support for individuals with disabilities during the application process.