Staff Industrial Automation and Controls Engineer (T5)

As a technical leader and subject matter expert, you will oversee the planning and deployment of robotic systems, leveraging strong architecture and system design skills. Your responsibilities will also include ensuring seamless integration of automation technologies as well as identifying technical solutions that meet cost, schedule and technical commitments. Collaboration with Product, Hardware, and Software teams will be essential to deliver robust, scalable solutions. You will also track key performance indicators related to automation efficiency and provide updates on project progress to senior management. Lead/support factory acceptance testing, tooling and end-effector design, automation programming (PLCs, Robots, conveyor systems and other control hardware and systems), SCADA system architecture and data capture and analysis. Coordinate/lead the execution of industrial automation projects using systems engineering and program management best practices to achieve successful project outcomes. Perform site installations and start-ups including assisting with panel wiring and mechanical assembly to achieve on-time completion of projects within project schedule and budget. Test, troubleshoot, and maintain control components, equipment, and systems including PLCs, 24v control circuits, 480v 3phase systems, 4-20ma circuits, VFDs, PC controllers and fieldbus technology/control technology. Independently construct or design equipment with use of PLC, BUS-Systems, Network Technology, Mechanical Components, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems and Cooling/Lubrication Systems. Develop and implement preventative maintenance protocols. Determine and recommend which equipment and/or services best fit the factory and product/program needs. Support internal employee knowledge transfer and training. Contribute to new system concepts and customer contact. Confidently report project status and provide briefings to all levels of management. Maintain a strong company presence and positive working relationship with customers, subcontractors, vendors and coworkers to sustain automated systems. Bachelor's Degree or higher in a STEM area and a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, electrical or automation engineering or a Master's degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, electrical or automation engineering 5 or more years of experience in industrial automation and controls, system design and execution (architecture) Experience with FANUC Robotics and Siemens PLC (TIA Portal) Experience with system and tooling maintenance and reliability Experience with project management and communication tools Experience with MS office and programming skills in C++, Python, or similar languages Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret level security clearance U.S. citizenship is required. Bachelor's Degree in electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering Experience with SCADA system architecture, Siemens PLCs, and FANUC automation solutions Experience with Machine Vision and sensor technology including Deep Learning Experience with Fanuc, Cognex, & Keyence Experience in tooling design and fabrication, GD&T, and Metrology Experience with building and implementing Manufacturing Dashboards (data digestion) to improve production performance and efficiency Six Sigma certification and proficiency in applied statistics Experience using artificial intelligence to accelerate effective process development Automotive manufacturing experience Electronic component manufacturing experience