Automation Engineer
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As part of our OEM team, you'll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we're continually seeking diligent, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.Position Description:* Lead problem-solving to assist plants and implementation teams in resolving tooling, equipment, and conveyor performance issues and downtime on high-volume automated machining systems.* Coordinate resources to find root causes and fixes, manage and break down problems into items that can be validated. Determine proper validation methods* Handle setup and maintenance of industrial barcode printers* Utilize sound knowledge design and implement vision control systems. Familiar with different types of vision cameras and their programing software. Continuously evaluate equipment for improvement in quality and delivery* Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment, review and follow up project installations* Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements* Update program backups for machinery and automation* Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots* As part of a team, review risk assessments and evaluate equipment safety* Assist in training manufacturing personnel and plant electricians* Read and modify electrical prints and schematics, Auto CAD* Maintain familiarity with OA, CPN/MPN networks, and communication protocols for connecting to wireless and wired networks* Manage installation and maintenance of virus protection software for controls network PCs, perform PC backup disc images and installation of communication and firmware and controls software* Work overtime and weekends as neededExperience Required:* 2 or more years of Controls Engineering experience (internship and coop experience will be considered)* Electrical background (electrician or technician) preferred* Familiar with PLC/CNC (Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal), VFD, Servo (Siemens 840D Powerline and 840D Solutionline), Profinet, ABB and FANUC Robots* Demonstrated ability to read blueprints, modify electrical schematics, and use AutoCAD* Validated ability to troubleshoot equipment and continuously evaluate for process improvements* Experience with conveyor system programming and overhead Gantry* Solid understanding of networking to include DH+, Ethernet and remote IO* Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience* Lean Tools - 5S, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, Value Stream Mapping experience* Understanding of 8D, FMEA, and DMAIC processes* Familiar with TQM and Kaizen methods* One or more years of experience with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)* Knowledge of simulation modeling and visual factory management preferredEducation Required:* High School Diploma* Bachelor's DegreeAfter you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play.