Robotics Automation Engineer

About the position

The Automation Engineer is responsible for supporting the design and development of automation equipment and systems that support manufacturing. It will require the individual to work independently or with other lead engineers to research, plan, develop and design mechanical and electromechanical systems and processes. The role involves coordinating the activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of these systems, as well as assisting in mechanical and process troubleshooting and repair. The engineer will support the needs of the manufacturing department and processes using experience and related knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to the operations business team leaders regarding new fillable products and processes
• Ensure that any new products will be compatible with our existing equipment and processes
• Support the purchasing department when specifying new products and equipment
• Participate with production and/or other managers and engineers in planning for the efficient utilization of factory space
• Plan for the efficient layout or positioning of machinery and equipment, workspaces, etc.
• Plan the layout for new production/warehousing facilities or revisions to current layout
• Evaluate current mechanical and electromechanical systems and research historical development of current systems and availability of alternative technology
• Plan and recommend mechanical and systems changes to increase production efficiency, output, etc.
• Design mechanical or electromechanical solutions to achieve production goals
• Coordinate the activities of YCC staff or outside vendors involved in fabrication, installation or repair of new or existing systems
• Research machinery and equipment specifications for production equipment and related requirements
• Make effective recommendations to management
• Confer with finance department regarding costs and financing of machinery and equipment
• Establish completion goals and objectives for each project
• Monitor progress toward achieving goals and objectives for projects
• Provide guidance or direction as necessary
• Ensure all operations function properly and resolves problems as required
• Create and apply tests for new and repaired equipment to ensure appropriate level of performance
• Support the quality assurance department by designing gauges and test equipment, and developing reasonable tolerances for various products and processes
• Involvement in designing and specifying new processes, products, packaging, and machinery in support of automation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent preferred, or the ability to provide equivalent knowledge and experience
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience
• At least 2-3 years of related engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Mechanical design experience with an understanding of electrical control systems preferred
• Good communication and organizational skills with some degree of project management ability
• Robotics and robotic system programming and cell design experience is a plus
• Must have the ability to read and develop mechanical drawings and 3D models
• Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers and external suppliers