ASRS/AMR TPM

Flex•Libertyville, IL

32d

About The Position

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add Senior Automation Engineer - ASRS/AMR located in Libertyville, IL. Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager the Senior Automation Engineer - ASRS/AMR is Responsible for specifying, designing, installing and maintaining automation equipment, tooling and applications, specifically for the implementation of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), as required to meet specifications.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or related field.
10+ years of experience working as an Engineer with Automation, robotics, PLCs programming and industrial controls.
Proven experience with RFID technology and systems.
Hands on experience with Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS).
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++ or Similar.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with data analysis and database management (preferred).
Background as an automation machine builder or system integrator (preferred).
Experience with high volume, automated manufacturing (Preferred).

Responsibilities

Design, engineer, and modify existing and new moderately complex automation equipment, tooling and applications to automate manufacturing processes.
Develop and implement an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) in a highly automated medical manufacturing facility.
Design, program, and integrate Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) systems that will connect manufacturing systems within the facility.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement new automation technologies.
Interface with vendors and suppliers to source components and systems.
Establish technical manuals, drawings, models, training documentation, preventative maintenance plans and troubleshooting guides for automated equipment and automated processes.
Understand the machine operating standards, consequence of wear and tear parts and product defects.
Ensure the uptime of machines through regular preventive maintenance and breakdown maintenance.
Should be willing to learn & enhance the skill in all type of Automation equipment.
Should prepare why-why evaluation & drive for permanent corrective actions.
Should be able to give feedback to improve the design of process and equipment.
Directs daily department activities to maximize equipment utilization and support production needs
Coordinates maintenance activities with other functional groups such as engineering and operations to ensure the efficient operation of the departmental function.
Collaborates and offers input to planning, building, and maintaining the Automation framework and associated processes for new products.
Identifies and drives change to ensure automation effectiveness of existing processes.
Demonstrates and thorough understanding of customer requirements, offer suggestions and ideas on how best to deliver automation solutions.