Project Automation Engineer (Travel)

CVS Health•Island, KY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supply Chain Strategy and Project Management Office at CVS Health is focused on reimagining the company's Supply Chain and Specialty Dispensing Environment to enhance customer health experiences. This transformation aims to create a simple, efficient, and highly automated supply chain, with annual investments of approximately $140 million dedicated to building new infrastructure, systems, and automation across the retail and specialty network. The Project Automation Engineer will be crucial in executing this transformation strategy, specifically supporting the delivery of automation projects. These projects include establishing new distribution centers or fulfillment nodes and undertaking significant infrastructure overhauls in existing brownfield locations. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, effective communication, and robust organizational practices.

Requirements

3 + years of engineering experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
At least 1 year of experience designing and implementing automation solutions in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
2 year of warehouse management systems (WMS) and labor management systems (LMS).
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
50% travel required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process/Systems Engineering or related field experience.

Nice To Haves

Strong technical skills in PLC programming, robotics, control systems, and industrial communication protocols.
Proficiency in CAD software for system design and layout.
Lean Six Sigma Certification

Responsibilities

Designing Automation Systems: Develop innovative solutions for automating warehouse processes including material handling, sorting, picking, and packing utilizing technologies such as robotics, conveyor systems, pill picking, unit of use dispensing, labeling and goods to person systems.
System Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, IT, and logistics to integrate automation systems with existing warehouse management systems (WMS) and other software platforms.
Installation and Commissioning: Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of automation equipment ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational requirements.
Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor system performance post go live, conduct functional time studies (MOST), identify opportunities for optimization, standards and efficiency improvements through data analysis and process optimization.
Training and Documentation: Support the development training materials, process documentation, KPI metrics and provide training to warehouse staff on the operation process flow and maintenance of automation systems.
Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, 5S and safety standards related to automation equipment and processes.
Operational Readiness Planning: Develop comprehensive operational readiness plans outlining the implementation strategy, deployment schedule, staffing requirements, training needs, and contingency plans to ensure a smooth transition to automated operations.