Engineer, Blade Assure

TPI Composites•Newton, IA

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves monitoring the performance and ensuring the continued operation of the BladeAssure system within our facilities. The engineer will be responsible for escalating and driving the resolution of any issues that arise, creating necessary documentation for processes and verification, and acting as an on-the-floor expert to ensure compliance and product performance. The position also includes training the production team, supporting new technology trials, driving standardization efforts, and identifying and tracking system issues. Collaboration with management, engineering, and other staff regarding system performance and resolutions is key. This role also entails performing other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Passion to work on mechanical automation equipment, robots, design of electromechanical/pneumatic systems, and motion controls.
Solid engineering background with hands-on experience and high mechanical aptitude.
Understands the nuances of autonomous system requirements, algorithms and operating environments.
Understands the integration of equipment design into existing or new systems.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all organizational levels.
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Knowledge of firmware, safety controllers, and track programming.
Ability to organize and manage multiple projects with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and attention to detail.
Ability to customize system configurations, including PLC programming and CMMS adjustments, to meet specific operational requirements.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience deploying and supporting CbM, CMMS, or PLC systems in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

Monitor the performance and ensure the continued operation of the BladeAssure system in our facilities.
Escalate as needed issues that arise through system operation and drive resolution.
Create necessary documentation for processes and verification of process, i.e., work instructions, quality documentation, PFMEA, inspection instructions, etc.
Function as an “on the floor” BladeAssure expert ensuring compliance of process and systems enabling product performance.
Ensure successful training and hand-off of process to production team.
Support trials and prototyping of new technologies and features under the BladeAssure program.
Drive standardization efforts at the site by working with Engineering, Quality Supply Chain, and other related departments.
Engage and utilize subject matter experts as needed to achieve desired results.
Identify and elevate system issues and track their progress towards resolution.
Confer with Management, Engineering, and other staff regarding system performance, operating status, ongoing issues, and resolutions.
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.