Automation Engineering Manager

As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will report directly to the Director, NPI Engineering and will be responsible for leading and managing several facets of Machine Design, Machine Building and Automation. These include Automation Design, complete machine build, electrical/controls troubleshooting, tooling and component fabrication., Skilled Machine, Automation and Tooling Designer to design, build, develop and maintain manufacturing equipment, tooling and automated machinery. This is in support of manufacturing operations at AVNA., * Lead by example and live the AVNA Values

• Positive attitude and strong team player
• Good attendance and on time to work (Flex schedule details TBD)
• Provide concepts and budgetary numbers for new machine builds
• Design, assemble and install new tooling and Automation components onto machines
• Interpret blueprints, CAD models and technical drawings to ensure builds are accurate
• Collaborate with both engineering and production teams to implement process improvements
• Perform Troubleshooting, maintenance and make any adjustments on automated systems and machinery
• Drive for results and satisfaction of both internal and external customers
• Organize, prioritize, plan, drive projects and are capable of multitasking
• Submit both continuous improvement and safety ideas during Automation/Machine builds, repairs and preventive maintenance
• Ensure all machine builds, automation and tools are up to both quality and safety standards
• Mentor Automation Team members

• Proven experience with custom machine building and Automation

• Have a strong knowledge of mechanical assembly, automation systems, electrical systems, and safety control/monitoring

• Precision machined and tooling component fit-ups and overall understanding of mechanical assembly’s

• Proficient in the use of measuring and fabrication equipment

• Strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail

• Committed to workplace safety along with preventative maintenance

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

Key Attributes:

• Follows and promotes principles of “right things right”. Focused on Safety

• Integrity and Ethical Standards. Focus on ensuring that one is always doing the right thing by upholding ethical and professional standards and is honest in all transactions with the company and its key stakeholders.

• Self-starter, tenacious and strong belief that working with others (departments/shifts/etc.) will accomplish what is necessary for customer commitments

• Results Oriented Nature. The ability to achieve goals that are specific and measurable. Strong sense of urgency, drive and passion.

• Self-motivated, and holds themselves accountable

• Critical thinker and problem solver

• Good communication skills (oral and written)

• Focus on quality workmanship and accuracy of assigned work.

Flexibility of work schedule as overtime and Saturday work may be required

Key Experience

• Ten years minimum experience with automation, machine building and tool design

• Experience with Machine Sequence FMEA

• Working to tight tolerances

• Experience with CNC Control and Logic

• Knowledge of Pneumatics and Pneumatic controls

• Knowledge of motion control systems and systems integration

• Electrical schematic knowledge

Education Experience:

• BS/BSET in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering preferred