Mechatronic Engineering

Freudenberg • Cleveland, GA

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About The Position

This role involves participating in the APQP process, leading the development of prototype and production processes and equipment for flawless launches. The engineer will develop and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, including controls, automation, and vision systems, and program machine automation (PLCs, HMIs, robots, servos), automated vision control systems, and SCADA/MES. The position requires providing assistance to operations and quality teams, supporting PPAP/customer validation activities, and collaborating with global manufacturing experts and associated departments. The role also includes conceptualizing and developing lean manufacturing processes, creating and maintaining engineering documentation, and adhering to company policies and safety standards. Travel is expected, up to 15% within NAFTA and potentially international for training.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechatronics [Preferred], Electrical, Industrial, Automation, Robotics, or Mechanical)
• 5+ years hands on experience building, assembling and commissioning custom equipment
• Proficient in PLCs, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (bearings, drives, pneumatics, hydraulics)
• Strong knowledge of machine design principles (tolerancing, fits, load calculations)
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings (GD&T preferred) and electrical schematics
• Hands on experience integrating robots (FANUC, Kawasaki, ABB)
• Hands on experience developing and implementing vision systems (Keyence, FIPS, Zero D)
• Ability to wire machines and panels, and debug electrical systems
• Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, NX or similar)
• Strong builder mentality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Windows Operating Systems, Teams, MS Excel, and MSWord
• Must contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal communication skills and be team-oriented

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus
• Automotive industry experience a plus
• GD&T preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process, leading the development of prototype and production processes and equipment to ensure flawless launch.
• Develop and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment including controls, automation, and vision systems.
• Program machine automation (PLCs, HMIs, robots, servos), automated vision control systems, SCADA/MES.
• Provide assistance to operations and quality team, including 8D report support.
• Help project managers and process development engineers in PPAP/customer validation activities.
• Work closely with Freudenberg-NOK manufacturing experts globally (USA, France, Italy, Japan, Germany) and associated departments (materials engineering, testing, operations, quality and laboratory).
• Conceptualize and develop lean manufacturing processes for new and existing business opportunities, which may include new and/or modified plant, equipment and process needs.
• Create and maintain accurate engineering/process/machine documentation such as, Process Flow diagrams, Process Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), machine schematics, etc.
• Adhere to company policies and safety / ergonomic / quality standard.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level