Automation Engineer

Viega GmbH & Co. KG•McPherson, KS

61d•$87,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

This Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, simulating, and testing a wide variety of automation systems in order to complete specific tasks within allotted cycle times. This position will either lead or be a participant on numerous automation projects. This position works closely with our automation vendors reviewing and optimizing their designs to suit our needs. This position will also serve as a trainer in the efficient operation and limits of our automated systems.

Requirements

Demonstrated skills in cost/benefit analysis
Proficiency in understanding programming logic
Programming experience in college or industry
PLC programming experience
Solidworks
Auto CAD
Catia
Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, PPT)
SAP
B.S. Engineering, preferably in Automation Engineering or equivalent years of work experience
2 years of experience, preferably in automation

Responsibilities

Assist in the design of automated systems.
Optimization of current automation cells.
Provide data for suggested modifications.
Review and evaluate code.
Evaluates all relevant ergonomic, safety, environmental and compliance considerations when reviewing processes, designs and implementations.
Interaction with manufacturing, maintenance, automation vendors, quality and other department supervisors or managers to solve and correct existing and expected manufacturing problems.
Train employees.
Work with Purchasing Team to secure necessary equipment.
Coordinate out-sourced work with vendors.
Demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to Lean Manufacturing principles and techniques.
Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Telehealth, Dental, and Vision coverage, including infertility treatment, weight management, and physical therapy.
Wellness Program, including wellbeing platform, wellness challenges, WorkLife Navigator services, EAP, and mental health resources.
HSA with company contribution.
Health Care and Dependent Care FSA options.
401(k) plan with up to 7.5% total employer contribution, including an automatic 3% company contribution plus a competitive tiered match.
Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options.
Voluntary benefits including legal, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Up to $10,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, with an option for fully funded degree programs through Colorado Technical University.
22 days PTO.
9 company holidays plus 2 paid Volunteer Days.
Professional development opportunities designed to help employees continue building their careers.