Production Applications Engineer I

What you’ll do:

This job requires excellent oral and written communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, and a professional and courteous personality. The preferred candidate will have a sense of ownership, thrive on cross-functional teams, demonstrate leadership, exhibit sound working knowledge of IPC 620 principles, and have an aptitude for working with more complex electromechanical assemblies and systems. The preferred candidate will have an aptitude toward basic electrical and mechanical skills with interest in software and future growth in Motion Control, Vision, and Robotics. Additional details about what you will be doing includes:

• Perform advanced software, electrical, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Perform cold checks, hot checks, and pull tests, configure devices, upload firmware and software and perform factory acceptance testing (FAT) in accordance with engineering and customer requirements
• Design and implement test plans and methods for a variety of electromechanical devices and assemblies to aid production and help facilitate solutions; provide test results to engineering
• Create clear and simple documentation for builds with the potential for production-level volumes
• Work collaboratively with the Engineering team on first article builds; report project-related issues to engineering; provide preliminary corrective action of the issue as needed
• Assist with production builds as needed by building cable assemblies, wiring systems, building panels, developing product specific software, assembling basic mechanical systems using basic tools of the trade
• Research, specifying possible alternative parts when needed, purchase items as needed for projects
• Perform field service and support with high levels of customer interaction
• Perform mechanical or electrical assembly work as needed

Why join us?

Olympus Controls (olympus-controls.com) is committed to attracting, training, and retaining a talented team. We are proud of the culture we have built and want you to join us! In addition, you will receive rewards and resources you need to feel fulfilled both professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Base salary + bonus eligibility
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program (EAP), vacation and sick time
• A lasting and growing career – as you gain experience and become an expert in this field, you’ll have numerous career paths to choose from
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement

Requirements:

• Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Mechatronics Engineering degree required
• 2-4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• IPC 620 and UL508A knowledge or training is highly preferred
• Excellent attention to detail with an ability to perform work accurately and efficiently
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to communicate, verbally and in writing, clear and accurate feedback and directions to Production team personnel performing assembly process
• Highly proficient computer user
• Motion control system experience is a plus
• Capable of lifting weights up to 50 pounds
• Lean Manufacturing/5S is a plus

An emerging provider of next generation technology solutions, Applied Industrial Technologies has a growing automation footprint and expanding offering of motion control, machine vision, robotic and IIoT technologies, plus related value-added industrial expertise. Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

 

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an email to or call 216-426-4389to let us know the nature of your request.