Automation Engineer III

Heraeus Holding • Saint Paul, MN

53d • $100,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Automation Engineer III will be responsible for designing, building, and integrating motion control solutions for custom automation and robotic equipment within a medical device manufacturing environment. It involves full-cycle development of electro-mechanical systems, software, and HMIs-from concept through installation. Key responsibilities include equipment installation, testing, debugging, and providing ongoing engineering-level support for electrical and software systems. The Automation Engineer III also focuses on upgrading obsolete equipment and integrating mechanical and electro-mechanical tooling and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering field (Electrical, Controls, Computer Science, Mechatronic, Automation or or related field); master's degree in Engineering or related technical field helpful.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience, preferably with a focus on development of custom automation control solutions.
• Demonstrate a strong general understanding of electro-mechanical, and automated systems.
• Demonstrate CAD modeling/design experience.
• Must be able to follow a disciplined and detailed approach to project management, design process and be able to manage multiple parallel projects with varying scopes and deadlines.
• Knowledge of the following specific brands a plus:
• Control Systems: Delta Tau (Omron), Beckhoff
• Communication: Ethercat, Ethernet, RS232
• Software: Visual Studio, Visio, C++, HTML
• Motion Control: Servo, Stepper, Linear
• Vision: Keyence, Beckhoff
• Safety: Keyence, Beckhoff, Banner
• Robots: Epson, Universal, Mecademic
• Sensors: Keyence, SMC, Turck
• CAD: SolidWorks
• Demonstrate strong collaborative communication and leadership skills.
• Must be able to draw on and adapt prior knowledge and experience to initiate effective solutions.
• Must be adaptive to change and willing to support a variety of work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement controls, electrical, & software design from project concept to installation, including: machine concepting, risk assessment and proof-of-principle, component selection & sourcing, electrical layout, panel building and machine wiring, software design/programming, mechanical design and assembly, HMI creation and maintenance, debug of hardware/software, acceptance testing & safety, and installation/integration into production
• System documentation throughout the project concept and installation
• Evaluate existing systems and provide engineering level support to maintenance and production
• Maintain systems knowledge of existing off-the-shelf and custom equipment
• Troubleshoot difficult technical problems on a variety of equipment
• Implement long-term upgrade solutions for obsolete equipment, components & software
• Actively support improvement efforts and work with a continuous improvement mindset
• Other duties assigned as required.

Benefits

• Medevio is committed to providing competitive total compensation and benefits packages.
• The expected hiring range for this position is between $100,000 and $130,000 based upon a full-time schedule.
• This is a good faith estimate on the applicable range.
• Base salaries are determined by taking a variety of factors in account, including, but not limited to, candidate qualifications, geographic locations, market conditions and internal equity.
• This position is bonus eligible, with a 10% target bonus.
• Our total compensation package includes eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, education reimbursement, paid parental leave and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods