Windom Fabrication Automation Engineer (Onsite) - The Toro Company

The Toro Company•Windom, MN

9d•$84,300 - $105,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Toro Company is seeking a hands-on Automation & Robotics Engineer responsible for the design, installation, integration, programming, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of automated manufacturing equipment, robotic systems, and computer-controlled machinery. This position will play a key role in maintaining plant automation systems, improving equipment reliability, supporting production, and ensuring automated equipment operates safely and efficiently.

Requirements

Minimum of a two-year Associate or technical degree in an automation and controls-related field is required.
Three or more years of plant automation systems and controls experience.
Hands-on experience with industrial automation, robotics, controls, or related manufacturing equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot automated manufacturing systems and controls.
Ability to read electrical/electronic schematics and technical drawings.
Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
Experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley controls and PLCs.
Experience with industrial vision systems, motor drives, Ethernet, DeviceNet, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
Hands-on experience with ABB and/or FANUC robotics.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Install, set up, program, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and robotic systems.
Program and troubleshoot complete robotic systems, including ABB and FANUC robots.
Work with robot programming platforms including ABB RAPID and FANUC KAREL.
Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled equipment, motor drives, digital electronics, and solid-state devices.
Utilize Rockwell Software applications for automation and controls programming and troubleshooting.
Support and maintain vision systems, automation controllers, sensors, and peripheral equipment.
Assist with the design, layout, installation, integration, and relocation of automated equipment and machinery.
Diagnose equipment and controls issues to minimize manufacturing downtime.
Understand the function and operation of automated equipment throughout the assigned area.
Read and interpret electrical and electronic schematics for troubleshooting, repair, and equipment modifications.
Read and understand hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings as they relate to electromechanical machine controls.
Troubleshoot basic and digital electronic systems, PLCs, motor drives, controls, and other industrial automation components.
Support mechanical repair, fluid power, and pneumatic systems as needed.
Apply knowledge of electronic theory, Boolean logic, arithmetic circuits, and industrial controls when troubleshooting equipment.
Configure and troubleshoot industrial machine networks, including Ethernet and DeviceNet.
Install machine software and maintain regular backups of critical programs, equipment data, and setup information.
Maintain accurate records of programming changes, equipment repairs, and system modifications.
Develop, implement, and maintain a preventive maintenance program for automation equipment.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on robots, controls, vision systems, and other automated equipment.
Maintain automation repair records, program files, equipment logbooks, and technical documentation.
Manage spare parts, automation supplies, consumables, specialized tools, and electronic equipment inventories.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurring downtime.
Coordinate programming, electronic maintenance, equipment installations, and repairs with production schedules and plant personnel.
Assist with new equipment installations and the relocation or modification of existing automation systems.
Partner with production and maintenance teams to safely return equipment to service following failures or modifications.
Write basic technical reports, processes, procedures, and equipment documentation.
Ensure automated equipment complies with applicable plant safety requirements and OSHA standards.
Identify and help correct potential machine control, guarding, and equipment safety concerns.
Promote strong housekeeping, safety, and ergonomic practices within the assigned area.
Recommend and support training programs that allow plant personnel to safely and efficiently operate automated equipment.
Train employees on appropriate automation equipment operation and safety procedures as needed.
Plan, prepare, and manage the annual operating budget for automation-related activities within the department.
Maintain appropriate inventories of automation equipment, spare parts, tools, and supplies.
Assist in planning future automation installations and equipment upgrades.