Production Systems Engineer

As a Production Systems Engineer, you will drive the lifecycle management and technical strategy for advanced manufacturing infrastructure. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing automation, robot integration, and paint shop systems to enhance operational efficiency across our North American facilities. Responsibilities

• Lead the design, specification, and deployment of complex automation and robotic systems to improve production throughput.
• Evaluate and implement equipment project proposals, ensuring alignment with standardized performance metrics and safety protocols.
• Manage the full project lifecycle for equipment upgrades, including layout design, process capability assessments, and vendor coordination.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate paint shop technologies, such as ovens, abatement systems, and air houses.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including equipment specifications and compliance standards for machine risk analysis.
• Utilize vision systems and PLC logic to troubleshoot and enhance existing manufacturing processes.
• Communicate project status, KPIs, and strategic recommendations to leadership through detailed technical reporting.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent technical professional experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on project management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD or similar 3D modeling software for layout and process design.
• Demonstrated experience in equipment specification development and procurement documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify constraints and implement effective technical countermeasures., * Experience with PLC programming and industrial robot integration.
• Knowledge of conveyor systems and MSRC/Machine Risk Analysis standards.
• Familiarity with new model introduction (NMI) processes.
• Multilingual proficiency (English/Spanish/Japanese) is a significant asset.

3.53.5 out of 5 stars Georgetown, KY 40324 $61.75 - $77.00 an hour - Contract