What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at Image Associates Inc.?
Local manufacturer needs an Automation Engineer / Robotics Engineer to coordinate activities including systems fabrication and mechanical assembly. Will provide engineering support that improves product quality and reduces production costs. Must have in-depth understanding and experience with PLC’s, VSD’s, SCADA, and HMI.
- Will work on automation or robotics projects. Must have the ability to write control logic for PLC control systems, including programming, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Will develop industrial robots’ algorithms and programming.
- Study workflow and processes for automation opportunities. Implement and maintain PLC systems throughout the plant.
- Participate in the selection of automation and robotic vendors and equipment.
- Conduct studies to maximize robot utilization.
- Ensure that automation system documentation and instructions are accurate and effective.
- Provide automation technical support to other plants, involving 10-20% domestic travel.
REQUIREMENTS
- Should have one to three years’ automated manufacturing engineering experience, preferably with products made of steel or steel parts.
- Must have experience working in an automated, robotics environment. Must have the ability to write control logic for PLC control.
- Degree preferred, but factory experience with hard-goods manufacturing is most important.
Company provides excellent benefits. Relocation assistance may be available. US citizens and permanent residents only, please.