Automation Engineering Technician

JOB TITLE:  Automation Engineering Technician

Location: Littleton CO

Duration: Direct Hire

Pay: $75,000-$85,000/annually DOE

Night shift-additionally there will be a shift differential.

Candidates will be required to perform mechanical troubleshooting and support on automated machinery.  Candidates will work evenings 12 hour rotating shifts.

JOB SUMMARY

Exciting opportunity to be part of an engineering team responsible for supporting and improving new state-of-art automated equipment for the manufacture of medical devices.  Candidate should have the ability to work with minimal direction performing advanced mechanical troubleshooting of high-speed automated equipment, provides technical training to peers, and supports continuous improvement efforts. Supports the onsite night shift engineer, mechanics and operators for ongoing troubleshooting and optimization of the equipment. Analyzes process data to help understand process performance.  Performs or directs technical assistance on equipment, products, materials, and processes in a cleanroom environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Performs the highest level of complex troubleshooting for automated manufacturing equipment focusing on mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and software systems.




• Maintains and accurately follows protocols/procedures and maintenance work logs.




• Has the ability to use their understanding of high-speed machine operation to troubleshoot areas where they are not necessarily a subject matter expert.




• Function as a technical leader working with less experienced mechanics and technicians to provide direction and training.




• Partners with engineering to develop and execute process validations.




• Develops standards, tools, and methods and provides or writes documentation to a level required by the department.

• Uses mechanical expertise to build and repair equipment, as applicable.




• Use Solid Edge/ Solid Works or other equivalent 3D modeling software to design, create drawings, and have parts manufactured.

• Identifies a wide range of trends or problems and helps to solve or direct their solution and/or interprets and recommends actions.




• Has understanding of automation systems and software to troubleshoot on a non-mechanical level.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May be required to provide process data from machines to other engineering groups.




• Serves as a lead, coach, and mentor to less experienced technicians and equipment operators.




• Assist in new automation activities including: Design reviews, PFMEAs, FAT, and SAT.




• May be required to travel to machine supplier locations for periods of time.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a technical role, or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.




• Experience in medical device industry preferred.




• Requires skills and experience in design and troubleshooting of Mechanical, electrical, and/or automated systems.




• Experience in the fabrication of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems and assemblies preferred.




• Experience in high speed automation.




• Experience in RF welding applications is a plus.




• Experience in Cam automation is a plus.

Skills

• Ability to successfully carry out a wide range of projects and resolve the most complex problems.




• Direct experience with pneumatic, electrical, and control software systems involving complex troubleshooting.




• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.




• Ability to specify and procure materials and components needed for projects, test equipment, and production equipment.




• Skills to interface with manufacturers, vendors, and contractors in the development of equipment and control systems.




• Able to provide input toward the design of mechanical/electro-mechanical systems.




• Ability to read, understand, and apply complex mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings, schematics, and specifications.




• Basic understanding to use automation software to assist with troubleshooting. (Rockwell and/or Siemens preferred)

Understand and able to troubleshoot vision systems. (Cognex preferred)

• Ability to work independently and multitask.




• Demonstrated ability to carry out tasks as directed and meet scheduled timelines.




• Prefer knowledge in machining, welding, fastener and assembly technologies.

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An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General Labor Environment requirements include: use of personal protective equipment, reading, speaking, hearing, walking, bending, standing, stretching/reaching, hand/finger dexterity, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, or transporting up to 500 pounds via carts or mechanized equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Qualified candidates should email resume and references for consideration to ray.brown@kellyengineering .com.

Kelly Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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