POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the design, specification, selection, procurement, build, programming, installation, tryout, optimization, and support of plant floor automation control systems for new and existing equipment.
JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.
· Optimize transfer press curves to increase HPH performance
· Troubleshoot new and existing stamping equipment company wide
· Coordinate and direct teams to resolve equipment issues affecting throughput on stamping presses
· Train plant engineering and maintenance personnel in transfer optimizing methodology
· Provide remote support to plant engineering and maintenance teams
· Support HTH improvement activities
· Work with the India Tech Center to evaluate transfer simulations for new die designs
· Identify and implement cost savings ideas
· Participates in continuous improvement activities
· Performs work remotely, locally, regionally and at distant plants
· Works hand on with equipment whenever required
· Design of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic controls systems for new and retrofit equipment
· Program PLC, HMI, network devices and related hardware when required
· Develop and support motor drive configuration for servo, variable frequency, and DC systems.
· Understand, implement, and support robotic programming
· Support startup and debug of new and modified equipment to achieve plant performance objectives
· Able to utilize engineering software and equipment: PLC, HMI, Motion Control, and CAD programs
· Evaluate and apply new technology as required
· Direct activities to ensure that equipment manufacturing, installation, and testing meet specifications
· Support new model launches and improvement teams
· Participate in cross functional team activities as required
· Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all duties
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
· Five (5) to (8) years of related technical hands-on experience
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
· High level of cooperation and commitment
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Strong Problem-Solving ability
· Willing and able to learn new skills
· Thrives in a fast-paced environment
· Good mechanical ability
· Self-starter and able to work little to no supervision
· Able to apply corporate standards for equipment and tooling
· Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
· Maintains a high level of confidentiality when required
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES
· Able to work with Microsoft Office at an intermediate level
· Allen Bradley PLC and HMI programming software at an advanced level
· Siemens PLC and HMI programming software at an advanced level
· Advanced Fanuc and Motoman programming skills
· Able to work with MQ1 and QAD databases at an advanced level.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Duties include but are not limited to: stand, walk, twist, bend, lift, see, talk and hear. Able to travel. May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration, or hazardous materials.
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