Automation Engineer

We are looking for Automation Engineer for a full time permanent role.

Role - Automation Engineer

Location- Davenport, Iowa / Alcoca, TN

Employment Type - Full time

Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

Bonus Eligible - Yes

Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes

Project description

Our client is currently in search of an Automated Inspections Engineer to join their Aerospace and Automotive Products Business Unit in Davenport, IA.

Responsibilities

1- Provide engineering support for Surface Quality Monitoring (SQM) Systems, Marker systems, and other critical automated inspection devices within Davenport and Satellites

2- Design, purchase, install, and support maintenance of SQM systems, Marker systems, and other critical customer/process measuring devices for Davenport and Satellites

3- Identify new opportunities for automated inspection systems to add business value.

4- Ensure installed automation inspection systems are functioning optimally to deliver intended business results.

5- Incorporate SMART Manufacturing principles and tools into automated inspection systems to improve processes, data collection/analysis, and drive quick results in recovery improvement

Basic Qualification

· Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution

· Minimum of 3 years' experience designing, installing, maintaining electromechanical systems or inspection systems.

Experience with PLCs or Vision Systems

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with optical scanning or vision systems

· Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Smart Manufacturing

· Demonstrated success as a project implementation manager, including budget and schedule development.

· Good oral and written communication skills in a variety of settings (shop floor, peers, plant leadership, etc.)

· Understand the complexity of (and succeed in) a matrix organization.