Automation Eng III

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The Automation Engineer III works independently or leads efforts to prepare, conduct, and evaluate the implementation, programming, and production support of automation equipment. The role also helps improve and solve manufacturing issues involving the integration of automation techniques and equipment with facilities, maintenance, tooling, material fabrication, assembly methods, and planning. The position is based in GAC Savannah and is a first-shift, full-time role, with travel up to 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential job functions.
Four years of automation engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related technical experience.
Background in machine integration and PLC programming.
Proven knowledge of control systems, motion control, machine programming, and vision systems for automated equipment.
Knowledge of metrology and measurement techniques.
Knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, and CATIA.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must possess initiative, planning ability, and leadership abilities.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Six Sigma or other data-driven decision-making experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Support production using automated equipment and troubleshoot programming, hardware, and mechanical-design issues.
Study and optimize equipment performance to increase production capacity and equipment efficiency.
Provide programming, simulation, and modeling support for new and existing production.
Work with equipment vendors on warranty repairs, improvements, and upgrades.
Support equipment material supply by ensuring necessary production items are available, such as coupons, drill bits, and hardware.
Participate proactively in continuous-improvement activities involving automation.
Identify and document automation, semi-automation, and handling improvement opportunities.
Define and document specifications for additional automated equipment using existing or known processes.
Independently or with minimal assistance, project-manage the evaluation, specification, installation, and production qualification of additional automated equipment, collaborating with procurement, finance, and maintenance teams.
Provide or contribute to documentation of new or recent processes involving automation techniques or equipment.
Influence product design where necessary to use automation technology.
Provide or contribute to requested status, project, or improvement reports.
Independently lead or coordinate project implementation across multiple organizations.
Support safety, sustainability, and ergonomic initiatives.
Assist in developing and maintaining the Business Continuity Plan.
Work on special projects and perform other assigned duties.
Ensure Gulfstream Production and Quality policies are followed; recommend and implement procedures for improvement.