Automation Engineer

The Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, validation and implementation of automation, data collection and process control systems supporting a range of activities from clean sheet, high precision, multi-variate systems to existing production system retrofits to enable improvements in safety, quality, cost, and cycle time. You will lead automation and control system integration, planning, coordinating and executing technical activities to implement new system development, existing process improvement, and equipment installation / modification. The Automation Engineer will visualize projects at the system level yet be able to fluidly drill down to implement the details. They will be a technical problem solver and work in the open space of custom equipment as well as the constraints of existing processes, all with a focus on achieving best-in-class customer support. There will be opportunities to get hands-on experience in a wide range of development and engineering disciplines.

Job Responsibilities :

• As part of an integrated team, design, improve, and troubleshoot custom built automation systems; mechanical, software, networking
• Develop, implement, and sustain policies and procedures for the technical work performed in a production facility
• Lead integration of new systems and automation equipment
• Identify, design, and implement process improvements in assigned areas of responsibility using Lean and Six Sigma tools
• Execute technical assignments with ability to integrate systems adhering to strict schedule and cost consideration
• Work with internal / external customers to develop and qualify process changes and provide technical services
• Design and develop new equipment for future production systems
• Ensure that health and safety policies are integrated early on and followed
• Apply standards to projects to ensure compliance with certification requirements in plant applications
• Work with customers to develop and qualify process changes and provide technical services
• Collaborate with internal and external designers, integrators and manufacturers

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