Automation Engineer

Automation/Controls Engineer is a highly technical position that is responsible to develop, coordinate, qualify, and supervise design, construction, functionality, and buy-off of Automated assembly equipment. In addition, will be required to diagnose, analyze, and recommend solutions for tooling/processing concerns. Responsible for understanding product requirements, preparing RFQ’s based on conceptual designs and sequence of operations, and communicating technical information to suppliers. Other duties include:

• Analyze and interpret concepts and needs of programs to implement the automation line required to support the development of new products and existing products
• Development and implementation of mechanical systems for assembly/manufacture of various automotive processes
• Continuously improve all aspects of product development related to design, tool award, buy-off and installation at the manufacturing plant
• Responsible for quoting and implementation of all engineering changes as it relates to secondary tools; supporting the new business quoting process with tooling cost and manufacturing process flow
• Perform and lead the design, installation, programming, maintenance and troubleshooting activities for the new and existing automation systems
• Programming and troubleshooting on automation systems, process control systems
• Generate concepts for improvement projects, including measurement of benefits and development of project cost/benefit analyses
• Devising new approaches to problems, preparing or modifying drawings, specifications, calculations, charts and graphs, and monitoring work for compliance to applicable codes
• Identify the process improvement opportunities using existing and new processes, and initialize coordinate projects
• Through consistent use of our Code of Conduct foster a spirit of teamwork, responsibility and cooperation with Suppliers and Customers and throughout the Company
• Maintain the highest level of integrity in dealings with employees, customers, vendors, and members of the general public
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks including setting priorities for task execution
• Capable of managing the above responsibilities in an international, multicultural setting
• Document the open issues and lessons learned

To qualify for this role you must meet the following:

• Associates Engineering Degree preferred as a minimum or equivalent educational background/experience
• Minimum 3 years relevant work experience including manufacturing processing/ tool work
• A strong background in pneumatics, hydraulics, fixture, and trimming of multiple materials with an emphasis on design is required

• Working knowledge and understanding of photoelectric sensors, vision sensors, variable frequency drives, programmable logic controllers, sensors and switches, human-machine interface panels, robotics, servo motors and machine safety systems

• 3D CAD experience is a plus
• Robotics experience preferred, Kuka, Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, Nachi
• Good experience with PLC’s/HMI’s, servo drives, VFDs
• Working knowledge of GD&T

• Able to travel about 50% to local and overseas tooling sources without any restrictions
  
  

Key to being successful in this role:

• Proven experience with handling multiple complex projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient planning and organization/work management skills
• Results oriented/self-starter
• Familiarity with PC based programs ( Windows, Excel, Word, Spinfire ,PPT)
• Problem assessment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work non-traditional work hours as needed

Why work for Minth? Here are the advantages of working at Minth.

• International development platform
• Dynamic and efficient team
• All-round personal improvement
• Personalized humanistic care
• Diversified working atmosphere
• Modern office setting
• Competitive compensation package