Automation Engineer II
Summary
Designs and develops automated machines and systems using CAD and modeling software, integrates off-the-shelf hardware and software, programs basic PLCs and simple robots, and performs hands-on fabrication including welding, machining, and assembly. Works on-site at a manufacturing facility in Carson City, NV.
Utilize CAD and modeling programs to design and develop manual or automated machines and systems. Provide technical instruction to managers, supervisors, operators and other internal or external customers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works with internal or external customers to develop machine and system requirements.
- Develops intermediate 2D drawings and 3D models of machines and or systems.
- Integrates off the shelf hardware and software into machines and systems.
- Contacts vendors and suppliers to specify hardware and software in support of machine and system designs.
- Troubleshoots with suppliers and vendors on technical issues.
- Provides training to internal or external customers on the operation of the equipment.
- Assists in the creation of user manuals, maintenance documentation including preventive maintenance plan, recommended spare parts lists, equipment layout drawings, and final piping and instrumentation diagrams.
- Reviews and approves on work instructions generated by others.
- Operates manual mills and lathes adeptly.
- Proficient use of hand tools to assemble, adjust, and maintain machines and systems designed.
- Reads and lays out wiring or pneumatic diagrams.
- Programs basic PLCs and simple robot tasks.
- Performs weldment fabrication. MIG and TIG welding, cutting, machining, and grinding.
- Diagnoses and repairs simple machine issues including failure mode analysis.
- Designs simple tooling and fixturing.
- Sets up and programs simple vision inspection systems with a basic knowledge of inspection tools and processes.
- Understands part feeding and sorting for automation.
- Ensures projects are completed in the time frame allotted.
- Report immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
- Understand and observe all safety guidelines and assure quality and safety by complying with all appropriate CB policies and procedures.
- Assist in maintaining clean, orderly, and hazard-free work areas.
- Able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter and be detail oriented.
- Other duties as assigned.