As part of the Novares team, you will oversee the manufacturing automation process at multiple sites for the Business Unit (AMEC, American Engine Components). The BU has 6 manufacturing plants (4 in Wisconsin and 2 in Mexico).
Responsibilities Include:
Work with manufacturing and engineering teams to determine the requirements of the machine and develop specifications for machine functions, user interface, and quality control for high reliability.
Key contributor in development and implementation of a long-term wide-ranging Operations Improvement plan including the development of an automation strategy for multiple manufacturing plants.
Builds and delivers the roadmap for the development and growth of new and existing automation processes.
Work closely with manufacturing to monitor and improve efficiency and output.
Proficient in designing electrical control systems using AutoCAD/Solid works electric, pneumatic diagrams, enclosure/panel layouts, power, logic, and safety circuits.
Design and engineer various industrial process control systems that integrate new and existing hardware and software.
Design automated assembly line equipment and programming.
Design automated test fixtures and maintenance.
Program PLC based systems across multiple platforms.
Developing the machine code in PLC or DCS systems as well as Human Machine Interface (HMI), software so that equipment functions as specified.
Develop new software and hardware designs to meet machine requirements.
Advance programming experience with AB/Rockwell software using compact/control Logix platform PLCS using studio designer 5000/RSLOGIX 500, Beckhoff controls programming with TWINCAT 2 & 3 and familiar with SIEMENS C++/C#/python/visual studio/SQL database programming
Designing industrial HMI/OIT Panels with panel view plus OI panels using factory talk view studio (SE and ME) windows CE, basic networking, experience with Wonderware, indusoft, and 3rd party HMI programs.
Integrating many different types of hardware devices and I/O systems (sensors, actuators, pneumatics, servos/motion controls, robotics, lasers, printers, scanners, and many other types of devices).
Machine vision systems.
Assist with technical writing of scope of work, operating and user guides
Research components and technology available from suppliers, determine ways to increase reliability of controls and reduce costs.
Train and mentor peer group on automation concepts and skills.
CANDIDATE BACKGROUND:
Bachelor's in Automation or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent discipline
Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional areas
Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Strong knowledge of product/process flow and design for high-volume manufacturing including robotic automation.
Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.