Automation Engineer II
About The Position
SMC, Ltd. is a globally recognized supplier to the medical market, with locations throughout the world. The Automation Engineer II assists in developing and implementing manufacturing and automation equipment and systems for new projects and equipment in operation, while improving manufacturing methods and procedures in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. The role participates in and leads assigned project teams, supports the development and fabrication of equipment and processes, and creates documentation for equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. It evaluates manufacturing methods and equipment, supports validation activities, and implements cost reductions to improve yield, reduce scrap, and increase efficiency. The position must follow applicable SMC procedures and guidelines and may perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering and five years of professional experience, or a two-year post-high-school diploma or certificate in a related field and technical trade with five years of experience.
- Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment.
- SolidWorks experience and ability to work from 2D prints and CAD details and review 3D solid models.
- Understanding of electrical and pneumatic schematics.
- Knowledge of PLC programs.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
- Robotic programming experience.
- Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, or medical equipment manufacturing is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with vision systems.
- Experience with lean manufacturing concepts.
Responsibilities
- Participate in and lead assigned project teams to research, review, and develop manufacturing equipment and automation systems that maximize efficiency.
- Analyze equipment layouts, workflow, assembly methods, and workforce utilization.
- Support the fabrication, assembly, testing, and development of secondary equipment and processes, automation and assembly equipment, end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), and fixtures.
- Support internal design, specification, quoting, sourcing, and management of external automation suppliers.
- Develop documentation for standard equipment and system operation, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Analyze and evaluate manufacturing methods and equipment to maintain state-of-the-art systems and address problems affecting cost, operator safety, productivity, and quality.
- Ensure equipment tests and supporting validations are executed according to IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols, including documented procedures, test results, and analysis.
- Recommend and implement manufacturing cost reductions to improve yield, reduce scrap, and increase efficiency.
- Abide by applicable SMC procedures and guidelines.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
