Robotics Automation Engineer

Newell Brands•Mogadore, OH

About The Position

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day. We are seeking an Automation Robotics Engineer to work in the Supply Chain Organization with a focus on Factory of the Future and leading the deployment of Cooperative and Collaborative Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Off the Shelf Automation, as well as Autonomous Movement of Materials (AGVs).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering required
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in automation, robotics, manufacturing environment
Project Management skills and experience
2D/3D CAD experience
Ability to read/understand electrical schematics
Team-oriented/safety-focused
Great communication skills
Office Suite experience

Nice To Haves

Programming/PLC skills preferred
Control system troubleshooting skills preferred
Plastics experience - molding, extrusion, etc. preferred
AI/Vision Systems experience preferred

Responsibilities

Designing, building, testing, and implementing automation/robotics solutions that are productive and safe to operate and economical to purchase and maintain
Determining the needs of each application and customize the right automation solution accordingly.
Identifying design and prove out potential applications for next generation collaborative robot use in consumer goods manufacturing environment
Assessing manufacturing processes for the feasibility of use of collaborative robot applications
Leading and implementing research projects using innovative manufacturing concepts focused on improving process efficiency
Examining and assessing the business case and tradeoffs of using new innovative manufacturing concepts
Processing development and procurement of automation equipment
Planning the computer programs suitable for the robot installation
Preparing specifications for the robot1s capabilities as they relate to the work environment
Developing cost proposals, efficiency studies, and quality control reports
Reviewing and critiquing product designs for cost and manufacturing
Preparing appropriation requests and managing spend
Developing equipment specifications for deployment and use
Soliciting quotations, qualifying suppliers, and selecting equipment vendors
Reviewing process equipment progress and managing delivery schedule
Implementing automated processes to reduce labor dependency
Acting as liaison between design, manufacturing and distribution
Piloting and debugging manufacturing processes for production-based environments
Recommending physical changes to manufacturing locations to support equipment installation
Helping BUs/sites solve for their strategic business objectives through technology led transformation thinking
Driving the technology roadmap for robotics solutions with the site
Developing strategies to design solutions that meet the needs and demands of the business in such a way that the cost of the solutions is competitive and will create a substantial return on investment
Functioning as a change agent by demonstrating past successes and driving and managing change across the team
Propose, evaluate, and implement automation opportunities to support quality improvements, cost reductions, and capacity increases.
Reviewing existing robotic solutions performance
Debugging and resolving issues as well as identify and implement improvements
Designing and creating custom fixtures to fit the needs of specific automated solutions
Creating, gathering and documenting requirements for automated solutions
Responsible for property defining and communicating such requirements to cross functional teams and vendors
Managing milestones towards a successful deployment of automation solutions
Assessing manufacturing processes for the feasibility of using collaborative robot applications and AGVs