Automation Technician, R&D Automation Technician, R&D

Körber Group • Fargo, ND

10d

About The Position

Körber is the home for passionate people who innovate, collaborate, and love what they do. Entrepreneurial spirit is our joint DNA. We develop future technologies and support talents to deploy their skills and reach their full potential. We combine our strong heritage with our understanding of local specifics and a global mindset to bring people together and create valuable solutions for our customers. We aim to be the first to do the right thing at the right time.

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The Automation Technician, R&D is responsible for a project as a lead or lead-in-training under a current lead technician. Responsible for overseeing the project: work area, technicians working on the job, meeting deadlines, completing task lists, craftsmanship, and organization of the job.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience in manufacturing, machine, or electrical assembly required, or an associate’s degree in manufacturing, Electrical, Machine Assembly or Robotics/Automation Technology, etc
• Uses hand tools and power tools at a proficient level
• Reads and understands prints for assembly of mechanical hardware
• Reads and understands basic electrical prints for wiring on assemblies
• Demonstrates intermediate mechanical knowledge
• Demonstrates basic technical mathematical knowledge
• Demonstrates basic to intermediate electrical knowledge
• Displays great attention to detail
• Exhibits a “think like the business owner” mentality
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be able to work together as a team to reach the common goal
• Must be able to understand both verbal and written instructions and follow them with precision
• Exhibits clear communication (verbal and written)
• Demonstrates basic computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and/or business software
• Demonstrates working knowledge of Creo Viewer
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of ERP System and uses it correctly
• Exhibits good troubleshooting skills, both mechanical and electrical
• Ability to work with others in a variety of conditions with a positive attitude
• Demonstrates intermediate level computer skills to support machine troubleshooting
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the year

Nice To Haves

• Experience in automation industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Decide where junction boxes, sensor wires, valves, pneumatic hoses, etc. need to be mounted for functionality
• Assemble and modify assemblies, prototypes, panels and electronic systems according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electrical principals
• Modify performance and operation of machine component parts to specifications
• Confer with technician(s) in charge of a project and R&D Engineers on recommendations in mechanical and electrical design changes
• Perform upper-level diagnostics, testing, and repairs as needed in various conditions
• Debug complete equipment from start to finish
• Recommend and/or set up standards and improvements (troubleshoot in-house equipment for any electrical and/or mechanical problems)
• Provide constructive suggestions when reviewing and looking at other technician’s work
• Delegate tasks to technicians working on the project and gives direction as needed
• Act as a model employee for other technicians in the shop and while traveling, on-site and off-site
• Complete expenses timely and accurately
• Travel to trade shows, fairs, and customer sites to set up, operate, and maintain equipment for high-quality product demonstrations and/or tests, some of which may be done independently
• Support the transition of product knowledge from R&D to production, with the appropriate departments
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Show a strong eagerness to learn and a positive attitude everyday
• Work on special projects as needed
• Take responsibility across divisions for assigned tasks and topics
• Give accurate and honest reviews of other technicians when needed

Benefits

• You will work in a modern work environment with an open culture towards improvements and new ideas
• You are part of a global operating company with a wide customer base and a growing business
• You profit from international cooperation within a group-expert network to implement corporate-wide concepts
• You will work in a team that is focusing on customer requirements
• You will get an attractive compensation package including health, dental, vision insurance, and a retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED