Sr Design Automation Engineer

MiniMed • Juncos, PR

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About The Position

MiniMed is seeking a Senior Design Automation Engineer to develop and apply computer-aided design (CAD) software engineering methods, theories, and research techniques to investigate and solve technical problems. The role assesses architecture and hardware limitations, plans technical projects involving CAD software design and development, selects approaches for CAD software applications, develops routines and utility programs, and prepares design specifications and recommendations.

The engineer provides manufacturing automation support and troubleshooting for PLCs, motion controls, vision applications, robotic systems, and PC-controlled equipment. The role also provides technical expertise for manufacturing processes and supports documentation and validation activities, including specifications, risk assessments, requirements traceability, validation plans and reports, change controls, and PLC software and vision system validations.

The position works a 6 PM–6 AM shift, with rotational days on a bi-weekly basis. The description notes that duties may include other assigned responsibilities and that its responsibilities and skills are not exhaustive.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or electronic industry.
• Exposure to or experience with high-volume synchronized automated equipment operating at 35, 40, or 100+ parts per minute; high-precision assembly; Allen-Bradley PLCs; servo motion controls; computer machine vision systems; robotics; complex pneumatics; electrical wiring; mechanical assemblies; and sensors.
• Application development experience using an object-oriented language such as C# or VB.NET.
• Experience with SQL Server, SQL Server Reporting Services, Java, or database design.
• PLC programming experience.
• Experience building new control systems.
• Knowledge and experience in mechanical and electrical/electronic design, programmable logic controls (including Allen-Bradley), pneumatic systems, motor control, vision systems, and instrumentation.
• Experience integrating automation systems with MES systems for data collection and control.
• Cognex vision system design and integration experience for inspection, locating, and positioning.
• Experience with robots or cobots.
• Network design and debugging experience.
• HMI development and troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of project management for the automation systems development lifecycle.
• Experience with servo controllers and motion applications.
• Knowledge and experience with Design for Excellence (DFX) principles and risk management methodologies such as PFMEA.
• Effective verbal, non-verbal, visual, and written communication skills.
• Minitab or other statistical software experience.
• Knowledge of risk-based computer system validation deliverables associated with each stage of the computer system life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply CAD software engineering methods, theories, and research techniques to investigate and solve technical problems.
• Assess architecture and hardware limitations and plan technical projects for CAD software design and development.
• Define and select approaches for CAD software engineering applications and design specifications and parameters.
• Develop routines and utility programs.
• Prepare design specifications, analyses, and recommendations for presentation and approval.
• Specify materials, equipment, and supplies needed to complete projects, and evaluate vendor capabilities when required.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for PLCs, motion control, vision applications, robotic systems, and PC-controlled equipment.
• Provide technical expertise in manufacturing process activities.
• Support SOPs, qualification protocols, gap assessments, risk assessments, impact assessments, user requirements, functional and configuration specifications, requirements traceability, validation plans, validation summary reports, and change controls.
• Support PLC software and vision system validations.
• Provide day-to-day automation support, technical assessment, and implementation support.
• Participate in technical meetings and team meetings, providing input on project timelines, activities, escalations, and assigned task status.
• Develop, review, and/or approve testing documentation.
• Provide execution and documentation support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Short-term incentive (STI) eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior