Advanced Automation Systems Engineer II
- Lead and assist G&W in identification, developing, and deploying automation projects.
- Assess automation opportunities and help create innovative equipment designs to streamline manufacturing processes and solve complex problems.
- Work with internal and external partners to develop machine design concepts and robotic technologies
- Work on integration, programming, commissioning, and implementation of robotics and automation projects.
- Support Industry 4.0 IoT device setup, support, and analytics
- Develop equipment requirements and specifications for specialized molding, assembly, and visual inspection processes
- Create systems diagrams, electrical install drawings, BOM lists, and material procurements
- Collaborate with operations leadership in research and selection of current and new technologies, applications, and design alternatives that will have the highest potential impact on plant productivity
- Develop systems and measures that appropriately assess the performance of automation initiatives, analyzing results, and providing appropriate recommendations to leadership to drive strategic business decisions.
- Ensure effective and timely project completion by regularly monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving roadblocks
- Develop and maintain expertise on plant-wide processes and equipment
- Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting equipment
- Provide technical guidance, problem-solving, and advice to all employee levels in the operation and maintenance of new equipment.
- Create, update, and audit work procedures, standard work, and process instructions.
- Remain current on the latest developments in automation technologies and incorporate them into new initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering preferred or other engineering disciplines
- Has 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in production automation.
- Has experience in writing PLC codes for Rockwell (Allen-Bradley), Siemens, GE, or other industry-standard PLC platforms.
- Has experience in writing HMI code using Ignition, FactoryTalk View (RSView), or other industry-standard graphical interfaces.
- Has experience with robotics and diligence with safety protocols and recognizing potential hazards
- Possesses demonstrated problem-solving and team facilitating skills.
- Exposure to Vision systems.
- SQL and python programming.
- Statistical process control experience is a plus.
- Demonstrated project management capabilities.
- General Office Environment, PC use, Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)
- Stooping
- Standing
- Assembly of tools and parts may be required
- Occasional weekend and off shift support may be required
- Occasional travel may be required
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Health club membership program and reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401 (k)
- Annual Profit Sharing
- Vacation
- Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
- G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.
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