Weasler Engineering is a global leader in the manufacture and distribution of mechanical power transmission solutions for all varieties of agricultural machinery. Farming, lawn and turf, construction, industrial, and marine OEMs worldwide look to us for innovative and dependable drive train systems and components. Founded in 1951, the Weasler brand is widely recognized for unsurpassed quality, on-time delivery, consistent reliability, and exceptional service.

Weasler is wholly owned by Actuant Corporation. Actuant Corporation is a diversified industrial company serving customers from operations in more than 30 countries. The Actuant businesses are leaders in a broad array of niche markets including branded hydraulic tools and solutions; specialized products and services for energy markets and highly engineered position and motion control systems. The Company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Actuant trades on the NYSE under the symbol ATU. For further information on Actuant and its businesses, visit the Company’s website at WWW.ACTUANT.COM, or visit the links below:

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JOB TITLE:Automation Engineer

LOCATION: West Bend, WI

SUMMARY:

As a key member of the plant operations team, the Automation Engineer will provide critical technical support to prepare manufacturing in automation and systems to produce products while continuously improving safety, quality and flow in our manufacturing processes. With a strong robotics background you will bring your technical knowledge of automation systems, controls equipment, machine tending automation integrations and support equipment to help our manufacturing operations achieve their safety, quality, delivering and cost goals. Moreover, you will be supported by a leadership team that values Lean Manufacturing principles and understands the value and link to achieve operational excellence.

TEAM DYNAMICS:

Product innovation is at the core of our business. Agriculture requires advanced applications where precision performance, demanding conditions and high-operational reliability requirements must be met. Our unique design features enable us to provide premier and industry leading solutions.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

• Lead Robotic & Control Engineer to work with Maintenance Manager, Manufacturing Engineers & Production Supervisors to introduce new automation systems to our Production Facility
• Specify, quote & purchase all automation components and systems needed to improve SQDC in our manufacturing plant
• Current equipment is Denso, but knowledge in Fanuc & Collaborative Cobots is desired, to support troubleshoot issues and make recommendations on improvements
• Develop robot programs, machine to robot communications links & controls interfaces with support equipment
• Train new operators on the latest new technologies. Explore new technologies in advanced manufacturing processes.
• Ensure manufacturing cells are producing quality products, safely and on-time to the next cell or customer at an acceptable cost.
• Work with Maintenance personal to do installations per Engineered specifications
• Work with robotic & controls suppliers to procure the latest technologies that are “right sized” for our applications and at a reasonable cost
• Capital equipment and project implementations
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders

OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

• Interfacing with a multitude of various personalities & attitudes and still maintain a professional demeanor.
• Develop innovative automation process to reduce labor, improve safety and maintain current quality standards on existing and new products
• Can develop robot programs, plc & controls programs, machine communications capabilities & work instructions. 
• Understands vision systems, machining specifications and machine tool capabilities on machines that are automated
• Capable of troubleshooting all robot programming, robot to machine communications & how work-holding interfaces with the automation
• Provide recommendations in automation equipment, obtain quotations and purchase parts and manage the procurement process
• Capable of cost justification process and communicating cost/benefits to stakeholders.
• Will work to promote the Health, Safety and Environment along with the well-being of the individual.  Responsible for the day-to-day execution of safety processes while remaining mindful that nothing is more important than performing the job safely. Every Weasler employee must take personal accountability to work safely as a condition of continued employment, use good judgment in adhering to all safety policies and procedures, and extend concern for safety to fellow employees.

EDUCATIONAL & CERTIFICATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related technical field of study, or a minimum of five (5-7) years of experience working in a robotic engineering environment required. Has experience in robotic & controls programming and trouble shooting. Robot to machine integration with knowledge of material in/out to the automation. Experience in Microsoft Windows Operating System.

PREFERRED SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Vision for automation, safety cages, general special machine build understanding (Small assembly or test machine built for Weasler applications) & general PLC programming and troubleshooting.

If you’re looking for a unique, exciting career with variety and potential for growth, Actuant offers challenges & extraordinary rewards for people on a global scale.  Choose opportunity – choose Actuant!

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