Staff Automation Engineer
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Job description
- Design and develop automated systems and processes.
- Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions that provide value to the customer.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Identify, select and manage vendor and integrator relationships in support of project objectives.
- Simulate and test automation processes to ensure functionality.
- Integrate IT and OT systems to ensure seamless communication between different technology layers.
- Program and code automation software solutions.
- Develop comprehensive documentation packages for all aspects of the automation. process, including development and implementation.
- Conduct factor acceptance testing and/or site acceptance testing as appropriate to ensure system requirements are met.
- Create and maintain project timelines and budgets
- Identify and resolve system malfunctions and inefficiencies.
- Provide technical support and training to end-users.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for system failures.
- Develop and implement process control strategies.
- Continuously monitor and upgrade existing automation systems for improved performance.
- Evaluate new technologies and tools to enhance automation capabilities., The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Standing - Constantly
- Walking - Constantly
- Sitting - Occasionally
- Lifting - Constantly
- Carrying - Constantly
- Pushing - Constantly
- Pulling - Constantly
- Talking - Occasionally
- Hearing - Frequently
- Repetitive Motions - Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Mechanical/ Electrical, Computer Science or related discipline required.
- Master's degree preferred.
- 7+ years of Automation Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES and DCS.
- Strong Programming and scripting skills (e.g., Python, Java, C++, LabView).
- Experience with industrial and collaborative robotics.
- Experience in defining requirements (design, functional, user) for automation systems.
- Demonstrated ability to consistently deliver high profile projects on-time with quality results.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair automated equipment.
- Familiarity with industry standards and safety protocols.
- Experience in project management and coordination.
- Computer skills using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Project), Jira, Minitab, Solidworks or Creo.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles related to industrial automation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience with computer vision and AI applications in automation.
- Ability to influence product design to optimize Design for Automated Assembly (DfAA).
- Experience in working within strict quality systems and regulated manufacturing environment.
Benefits & conditions
- Extreme cold - Occasionally
- Extreme heat - Occasionally
- Humidity - Occasionally
- Wet - Occasionally
- Noise - Frequently
ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.
The annual salary for this position is: $100,000.00 to $130,000.00
Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee's primary work location.