Project Technician

ZEISS Group•Cornelius, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Project Technicians are responsible for leading, troubleshooting, and resolving issues on-site of Automation Systems and performing automated system installations. The Automation Technician is the front-line face to the customer for onsite commissioning of our automated measurement systems and equipment. Our automated solutions utilize various automation components (robots, gantry lifts, conveyors, AGVs, PLCs) to automate the part measurement process as well as part loading and handing. The Automation Technician will be responsible for the proper installation and startup of these solutions at the customer location. This role requires demonstrating customer service skills and knowledge with a high level of passion and dedication to completing the job with craftmanship and on-time. The ideal candidate is solutions-oriented with the ability to work independently in a high pressure, fast-paced and innovative environment. Project Technicians represent ZEISS as the onsite lead during installation of all Project related content and communicate issues back to engineers and project managers. ZEISS encourages employees to step out of their comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible, setting the pace through innovations and enabling outstanding achievements. The company fosters a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme, supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation to bring science and society into the future together. Diversity is a core part of ZEISS.

Requirements

Must have a 2yr Technical Degree or equivalent experience
Must have mechanical inclinations
Must have a strong technical aptitude
Must have a sound knowledge of PC use and applications
Must have good communication skills with the ability to articulate technical information in a simple and concise manner and create technical reports
Must have mechanical detailing - reading blueprints, CAD Drawings, etc.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of electromechanical related experience
Previous experience installing, troubleshooting industrial electronics, electrical systems or computer systems
Forklift experience and certification

Responsibilities

Leading, troubleshooting, and resolving issues on-site of Automation Systems
Performing automated system installations
Onsite commissioning of automated measurement systems and equipment
Proper installation and startup of automated solutions at the customer location
Demonstrate customer service skills and knowledge with a high level of passion and dedication to completing the job with craftmanship and on-time
Represent ZEISS as onsite lead during installation of all Project related content
Communicate issues back to engineers and project managers
Read blueprints and electrical schematics
Install, troubleshoot, and run off automation systems
Use hand tools such as wrenches, electric drills, and volt meters when needed
Accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices, and leveling equipment
Adherence to strict safety rules and regulations, and wearing safety equipment PPE
Direct and support skilled trades personnel during the installation of ZEISS automated measurement systems
Mechanically adjust complex assemblies
Communicate on site installation status to project manager
Work with and validate deliverables of ZEISS contractors & vendors
Document system acceptance and provide installation report to project manager and customer
Prepare custom documentation for the operation of each unique system
Conduct training classes for the customer on system use and maintenance