Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Automation/ Mechatronic Engineer required to support and extend our existing automation architecture within a rapidly expanding manufacturing environment. You will need to be quality focused, imaginative, capable of working on your own initiative and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Expand the existing automation environment to integrate with our automated material handling systems, introduce robotic control and RFID tracking into the manufacturing environment
2. Build smart systems by utilizing your mechanical, electronic and computer engineering skills.
3. Design and develop computer control systems for manufacturing.
4. Develop programming logic for manufacturing equipment
5. Study the viability and performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment
6. Present reports at internal technical meetings
7. Work with equipment vendors to improve our automation capabilities
8. Communicate technical concepts to co-workers, customers, and management clearly and concisely.
9. Collaborate with our automation partner to oversee the lifecycle of automation projects from inception to completion. This includes requirements analysis, specification, architecture, design, implementation, and testing.
10. Preparing & maintaining technical documentation
11. Working closely with Mechanical Design, Commissioning and Electrical Engineers.
12. Involvement in the full cycle of the machine control system specification and programming
SKILLS:
13. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
14. Strong mathematical skills
15. Strong analytical skills
16. Proficiency in computers and electronics
17. Knowledge of production processing
18. Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
19. Working knowledge of a programming language (C#, Java, Python etc.)
20. Working knowledge of PLC programming
21. Ability to communicate clearly with end customers and project manager
22. Ability to be creative and find alternative solutions when required
23. Ability to create user guides and detailed documentation
24. Quality focused with a high attention to detail.
25. Exhibit a continuous improvement mindset.
26. Project Management skills
27. Knowledge of SQL would be desirable but not essential
QUALIFICATIONS & RELATED EXPERIENCE:
28. BSc in Mechatronics, Electronics, mechanical engineering or similar
29. Advanced Level PLC Programming is desirable.
30. At least 3/4 years’ experience with Automation and IT systems.
31. Working knowledge of Industrial Networks architectures (Ethernet IP, Control Net & Profibus)
Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: NoShift Type: 1st Shift/Days