Automation Engineer III

Leviton Manufacturing•Bothell, WA

About The Position

Responsible for developing complex equipment concepts, and designing, documenting, developing, implementing and sustaining equipment and machines for the production, validation, and inspection of product. This position works under minimal supervision and may provide mentoring and training to others.

Requirements

Ability to conceptualize complex equipment and machine designs that include multiple mechanical movements in a series of stations
Comprehensive understanding of machine and equipment wiring requirements
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and application of actuators (pneumatic and electrical), PLCs and servos mechanisms used in machines and equipment. Basic understanding of flow charting and PLC programming
Ability to design components and assemblies in a solid modeling CAD program; ability to turn solid models into part and assembly drawings
Ability to organize tasks, components and documentation into clearly understandable structures that can be used to manage tasks, communicate schedules and equipment concepts and train other personnel
Ability to integrate multiple pieces of equipment or stations into a system
Ability to debug and troubleshoot equipment for minor electrical and mechanical problems. This requires a basic understanding of the electrical systems and mechanical functions of the machines so that the source of the issue can be identified
Comprehensive understanding of mechanical equipment and processes
Exposure and ability to integrate a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (Vision systems, feed systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, pneumatics screwdrivers, etc.)
Must understand fabrication drawings, fabricating methods, practices and their limitations
Must have knowledge of and be able to use mechanical and electrical tools: calipers, micrometers, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
Capable of communicating complex technical concepts to others
Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions
Efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and goals
BS in Automation, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering required
Minimum 4 years of applicable experience including: Work done for the design, development and implementation of complex equipment and machines used in the manufacturing of products.

Responsibilities

Develop concepts and detailed designs for mechanical mechanisms that manufacture, inspect and validate products using CAD software
Design equipment that has multiple functions and stations that integrate PLCs, servos, motion controllers and actuators using CAD software
Design mechanical components for equipment and machines using CAD software.
Document components, equipment and machines using CAD programs in accordance with departmental and quality system procedures with the result being the production of machine, equipment and component drawings
Design equipment and machines with another senior engineer or manager to support manufacturing
Develop equipment in an organized manner by using project schedules, and spread sheets to manage component ordering and/or fabrication needed to assemble and program machine
Document maintenance procedures for equipment and machines developed internally or purchased as assigned
Debug, troubleshoot and repair equipment and machinery in support of production, quality and design engineering groups
Assemble, wire, program, install and debug equipment purchased or developed internally
Document operating manuals, maintenance procedures for equipment and machines developed internally or purchased as assigned
Provide guidance, mentoring and training for technicians

Benefits

Medical (with an HSA option), Dental, Vision and Rx coverage beginning the 1st day of the month following your start date
401(k) Program with employer matching contributions. Participation begins immediately upon hire; employer match begins after 1 year of service
Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance options
Up to 11 paid Holidays
Up to 18 days Paid Time Off
Volunteer Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Advocacy Program
Bereavement Leave
additional wellness incentive programs