Robotics & Welding Expert

Purem Novi Inc•Novi, MI

13h

About The Position

Sets up robot systems (welding/handling) and/or the tools interlinked in the process under lean manufacturing guidelines. The incumbent will support product and fixture/tool development with virtual simulation tools and will also provide assistance with commissioning / implementation of machines and execution of basic maintenance work.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in robotics, automation, engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of robotic/welding experience, preferable with Yaskawa Motoman and SKS, in the automotive industry
Ability to travel domestically and internationally by car or plane
Proficient in the Microsoft Suite (Office, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Ability to apply mathematical concepts and operations, including calculations, percentages, statistical analysis, etc.
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals in manufacturing fixtures and gages
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and write simple correspondence.
Knowledge of continuous improvement of products for manufacturability.
Extensive knowledge of GD&T
Experience with gaging concepts and design
Experience with NAAMS standards

Nice To Haves

Experience with Yaskawa, generation DX100/ DX200/ YRC
Experience with Fronius weld equipment
Experience with welding (by hand)
Experience with welding fixtures preferred (automotive exhaust)
Experience with Catia/UG

Responsibilities

Commissioning & Launch Support of automated production lines
Support for new start-ups up to customer acceptance: Machine (preferable experience with Yaskawa, generation DX100/ DX200/ YRC) /Weld Fixture acceptance according to specifications and layout, Machine commissioning & machine setup: TCP, axis calibration, communication etc., Device commissioning, Creation of new programs (application-specific: welding, handling, etc.; ), Determination of welding parameters, Device tuning, Validation of the first parts, Preparation of the complete documentation, including the parameters relevant to production, Start-up support, Review and/or update of existing documentation, Transfer of documentation with data backups to production after customer acceptance
Analysis of macrosection, rework, process and cycle time reports (line balancing)
Optimization of programs and processes, based on the mentioned analyses
Virtual Accessibility/cycle time studies with the help of robotic simulation software "MotoSim"
Support during virtual consytruction phase of weld tooling and design approval & buyoff at supplier.
Fit & Accessibility Coordination in cooperation with equipment design / jig construction for jigs & fixtures
Support in the preparation of the production readiness and process capability of the production plants
Participation in FMEA´s and initiation of corrective measures for tooling and machine layout
Support of the program teams in new start-ups, feasibility studies and the definition of processes
Systematic troubleshooting and cooperation in the continuous improvement process "CIP" within cycle time targets
Monitoring of the production cells and the adjoining necessary peripheral devices
Training of qualified personnel (YASKAWA & SKS)
Conduct all business related activities for, and on the behalf of, Eberspaecher within the limits of applicable local, state, and federal legal requirements.
Provide support to, and compliance with, all local and corporate Eberspaecher Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and other HSE related requirements.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and follows all ENA polices related to TS16949 and ISO 14001; looks for way to improve and promote quality.
Other duties as assigned.