Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

1d•$90,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operational excellence, data and digital literacy, mechatronics, automation system design, process flow design, project management, engineering economics, and advanced analytics. The position may work at various unanticipated Walmart locations throughout the U.S.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in engineering or related field and 2 years of experience in engineering, supply chain, or related experience OR 4 years of experience in engineering, supply chain, or related experience.
Experience with: Utilize industry-standard tools such as Microsoft Project and Microsoft planner to successfully meet specific project goals and milestones.
Experience with: Utilize Automation Assembly and knowledgeable in electrical equipment (PLCs, VFDs, IDFs), with skills in integrating these systems into automation machines.
Experience with: Test automation machines and a solid understanding of HMI screen interfaces for efficient operation of automation systems.
Experience with: R, Python, SQL, or other relevant programming languages.
Experience with: Conduct comprehensive data analysis on historical entries.
Experience with: Strategic planning and effective resource allocation within project management.
Experience with: Optimize material flow using simulation models of assembly lines or similar systems.
Experience with: Develop algorithms in Excel, for optimizing processes based on various parameters.
Experience with: Assist design teams in drawing development, applying design skills through AutoCAD or similar tools.
Experience with: Conduct statistical analysis on demand and supply data, with the ability to create time series forecasts for production/operations.
Experience with: Develop Standard Operating Procedures and Process Flow Charts.
Experience with: Optimize workflows using tools such as 5S, Poka-yoke.
Employer will accept any amount of graduate coursework, graduate research experience or experience with the required skills.

Responsibilities

Explains operational functions and key functional roles of assigned department or unit.
Clarifies the role of each department or unit and its relevance to the enterprise strategy.
Describes the interdependence of support functions and line operating functions.
Identifies the primary operational functions of the organization.
Understands where to locate and how to read One Best Way and Standard Operation Procedure information.
Locates information regarding fundamental practices and policies.
Lists common tasks and activities performed by operations functions and subfunctions.
Leverages data analysis tools to explore moderately complex data, develops and tests hypotheses, uses data to influence strategic work, and builds and presents insights.
Identifies, implements, and drives technology change within scope of work.
Uses visualization tools to represent data and construct coherent stories to influence decisions.
Updates existing CAD drawings based on requirements.
Describes common drafting conventions, tools, procedures, and processes.
Identifies basic functions and features of a design and visualization system.
Navigates and troubleshoots control systems.
Identifies electrical design concepts and techniques used in a supply chain.
Cites examples of usage or application of electrical design in automating supply chain processes.
Demonstrates knowledge of wiring schematics, ensuring they meet requirements and are compliant.
Describes common mechanical components of Distribution Center and Fulfilment Center equipment.
Names basic tools or technologies used in mechanical engineering.
Identifies the areas for usage of automation machineries.
Assesses tasks for automation potential.
Obtains information about alternative automation solutions.
Assists with analyzing space and cost requirements associated with machinery usage.
Identifies issues and provides resolutions to problems related to automation machineries.
Interprets information to quantify the anticipated outcome of supply chain decisions.
Describes the typical tasks associated with using and managing suppliers.
Understands issues and considerations for inbound and outbound logistics.
Describes basic logistical processes and subprocesses.
Uses a variety of business process design tools and techniques.
Examines, interprets, and explains workflow materials and documentation.
Analyzes a process and associated business logic and offers recommendations based on analysis.
Plans and estimates simple projects under guidance.
Produces standard project status reports.
Obtains information from stakeholders during the planning stage of a project.
Assists in detailed project plans, including costs, schedules, and resource requirements.
Provides input for Gantt or PERT charts or their equivalents to track project progress and status.
Applies the concept of continuous improvement to identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
Understands and explains principles of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
Describes the concepts behind engineering economics and the implications of financial data.
Understands the drivers of cost.
Identifies major types of financial data utilized by the organization.
Explains how financial data is accessed and the types of information used in engineering.
Understands how to develop a business case.
Explains the key concepts and features of data analysis methods.
Lists the major sources (for example, tools, dashboards, industry sources etc.) for collecting data.
Explores, compiles, and manipulates data using various tools.
Analyzes data and computes descriptive statistics that identify trends, outliers, and correlations.