Responsibilities:

• Be the project management lead when implementing new projects or improvements to existing processes:   Document and communicate project plans, costs, and tasks for team members. Report on project timing and costs vs. goals without being asked.
• Perform mechanical design and fabrication for EOAT (End of Arm Tooling) including conceptualization, material and actuator selection, fabrication & assembly, testing & validation. Experience with SolidWorks is preferred.
• Program PLC’s (RSLogix, Allen-Bradley HMI) Robots and Equipment. Modify and improve existing programs as needed.
• Desire and ability to perform fabrication and hands-on work. 
• Be the technical leader of assigned processes by documenting the requirements and certifying personnel for proper: Safety, Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting.
• Ensure all assigned processes are equipped with proper safety interlocks and guarding. Partner with maintenance to correct issues.
• Validate that processes meet goals for output and quality with trials and data collection. Implement solutions as needed.
• Document spare parts lists for assigned processes; ensure parts are sourced before production implementation. 
• Proactively implement improvements for productivity and quality by reducing constraints and scrap.

Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience in an Engineering role performing the tasks described.
• Knowledge and proven competence in programming Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500 and 5000 systems 
• SolidWorks experience required
• Proven competence in mechanical design, automation integration and project management. 
• Preferred experience in mechanical fabrication using shop tools and/or control cabinet assembly. 
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience working with Industrial robots.
• Knowledge and working experience troubleshooting a wide variety of mechanical and electrical components in a manufacturing environment: pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, sensors, safety controls (light curtains & interlocks).