Press/ Automation Engineer

GM•Warren, MI

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Press/ Automation Engineer specifies, procures, develops, integrates, and validates solutions for press and automation systems in stamping plants. The role performs complex mechanical-system design analysis and collaborates with cross-functional teams, controls engineering, and IT partners to establish system requirements and assess existing system performance. It leads root-cause analysis and corrective actions, diagnoses technical issues, and applies engineering principles to improve manufacturing processes and the accuracy, reliability, speed, and overall performance of press and automation systems. The engineer also supports production-staff training on system operation and maintenance, maintains documentation for machine, equipment, and system design and implementation, and works with engineering functions, suppliers, and plant personnel on cost reduction and manufacturing improvements. The position requires 50% domestic travel to client sites and follows a hybrid work policy of three days in the office and two days remotely; the employee must be able to report to a local office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field of study.
Three years of experience as a Production Performance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or in a related occupation.
Three years of experience developing and maintaining manufacturing machinery and equipment, including press and automation systems.
Three years of experience analyzing equipment and machine designs using engineering mechanics and manufacturing methods engineering.
Three years of experience applying engineering theory and principles to mechanical and electrical mechanisms, including mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Three years of experience analyzing equipment and machinery performance to identify improvements using detailed, methodical problem-solving processes.
Three years of experience conducting root-cause analysis and implementing corrective actions based on problem-solving techniques.
Three years of experience using project management methodologies to manage budget constraints, varying production schedules, and OEM counterparts.
Three years of experience using CAD systems, including AutoCAD, Unigraphics, SOLIDWORKS, Teamcenter, and Teamcenter Visualization.
Three years of experience using Microsoft software, including MS Project.
Three years of experience coordinating design and construction activities.

Responsibilities

Specify, procure, develop, integrate, and validate solutions for press and automation systems in stamping plants.
Perform complex design analysis of mechanical systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and controls engineering and IT partners to establish requirements for associated systems.
Analyze existing system performance to identify improvements in accuracy, reliability, speed, and overall performance.
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions related to press and automation system findings.
Use engineering principles to diagnose issues, identify trends, and improve manufacturing processes in stamping operations.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to press and automation systems and equipment.
Support training of production staff in the operation and maintenance of press and automation systems.
Maintain comprehensive documentation for machine, equipment, and system design, development, and implementation.
Work with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel, and others to implement cost reduction, methods, and manufacturing improvements.