Automation Engineering Technician II

GENERAL ROBOTICS (a SIG SAUER Company)•Portsmouth, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Assembly Technician II is responsible for mechanically and electrically assembling Automated and Semi Automated production equipment. Assembly includes building, wiring electrical cabinets and panels, and assembling electro-mechanical assemblies. Responsibilities also include assisting the Manufacturing and Controls Engineer during machine debug and runoffs. Support existing automated machines to maintain factory throughput when required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, and 3-6 years of previous technical work experience.
Demonstrated working knowledge of assembly line structure to properly identify maintenance tasks.
Demonstrated working knowledge Assembly fixtures and equipment, tools, and gages.
Familiar with NFPA 79 Electrical Standards.
General knowledge, maintenance, and repair of Automation Machines.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret part specifications.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Overall, must be able to work in a team, lead, plan, and execute multiple projects necessary to meet job duties and responsibilities.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must be able to clearly, concisely and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form. Written and verbal communication of complicated subjects is required.
Quality of work must be very high. Organization of documentation and record keeping shall be to a high standard.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with assembling, wiring, and debugging automation machines is preferred.
Engineering education is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assemble, wire and plumb new automation equipment per the engineering drawings.
Maintain machines, fixtures, and tooling on all Assembly Lines.
Work with manufacturing engineering to implement new machines, fixtures, and gages.
Support machine debugging.
Participate on machine runoffs for new capital equipment per machine specifications. Duties include machine operations, training, and inspection.
Assist with procuring tooling and equipment for legacy and new products to meet production schedules, launch timelines and cost targets.
Assist with the creation, implementation, and maintenance of process documentation including work instructions, control plans, and visual standards.
Complete odd jobs to assist assembly process and flow.
Assist with assembly line maintenance.
5S maintenance and upkeep for the Manufacturing Engineering department.
Compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, sketches, and blueprints.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Speak effectively in one-on-one, small group situations, or to employees of the organization.
Work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and adapt quickly to change.
Work with high attention to detail.
Work safely in a variety of situations. Follow rules and established processes.
May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
Participate in 5S Workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
Miscellaneous duties as assigned.