Automation Engineer
Job Summary
To support production and troubleshoot activities on fully automated assembly lines for manufacturing, we’re looking to add an Automation Engineer located in Austin, TX.
What a typical day looks like:
- Design, engineer, and modify existing and new moderately-complex automation equipment, tooling and applications to automate manufacturing processes.
- Direct interface with customer and machine vendor for design improvements
- Experience troubleshooting PLC Controls Systems: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, and Omron are in use
- Prefer PLC Code generation experience in above systems.
- Understand the machine operating principle, Consequence of wear and tear parts and product defects
- Should be willing to learn & enhance the skill in all type of Automation equipment.
- Should prepare why-why analysis & drive for permanent corrective actions.
- Should be able to give feedback to improve the design of process and equipment.
- Directs daily department activities to maximize equipment utilization and support production needs
- Coordinates maintenance activities with other functional groups such as engineering and operations to ensure the efficient operation of the departmental function.
- Collaborates and offers input to planning, building, and maintaining the Automation framework and associated processes for new products.
- Identifies and drives change to ensure automation effectiveness of existing processes.
- Demonstrates and understanding of customer requirements, offer suggestions and ideas on how best to deliver automation solutions.
The experience we’re looking to add to our team
- Typically requires 3-5 years related experience
- Requires an Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or mechatronics
- Understanding of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron preferred)
- Electrical Wiring and design experience is required
- Regulated industry documentation skills
- Experience with vision based inspection (Cognex/Keyence software)
- Previous experience with pneumatics system design
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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category
Production EngineeringRelocation: Not eligibleIs Sponsorship Available?
NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).Average salary estimate
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