Automation Engineer
Job Description
As an Automation Engineer, you'll manage automation upgrades and installations, collaborating with OEMs to ensure machinery meets our clients specifications. This hands-on role involves project management, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, and selecting the right automation solutions for different facilities.
- Conceptualize and develop innovative automation concepts tailored to injection molding, assembly, and packaging requirements.
- Manage automation projects from start to finish, including procurement, design, build, acceptance, installation, and validation.
- Implement low and high-volume Assembly Automation Systems across various platforms, such as Synchronous, Asynchronous, and Continuous Motion.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Customers, Equipment Suppliers, Manufacturing, and Program Management.
- Participate in validation activities during DQ, FAT, IQ, OQ, SAT, and PQ phases, ensuring compliance and quality standards.
- Establish, manage, and maintain project budgets and timelines, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
- Contribute to DFMA's, FMEA's, and DOE's, fostering continuous improvement and lean practices.
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the operation and maintenance of newly installed equipment.
- Provide comprehensive training to Manufacturing personnel on the proper operation and maintenance of new equipment.
- Offer ongoing support to production teams during the ramp-up phase, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Comply with all company policies and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automation, or a related Engineering discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in managing automation projects or automation equipment design and build.
- Proficient knowledge of machine design and CAD software.
- Comprehensive understanding of modern machine controls.
- Experience with technologies such as Ultrasonic welding, leak testing, and machine vision (preferred).
- Familiarity with pneumatics, cam-operated systems, servo motors, and robotics (preferred).
- Experience in assembly, testing, and packaging of medical and pharmaceutical devices (preferred).
Meet Your Recruiter
Alejandra (Aly) Mora
Aly Mora is a devoted Technical Recruiter specializing in the dynamic Automation Division. With a rewarding 2-year tenure at Sterling, Aly’s passion for shaping people's careers and adeptness at navigating the competitive recruitment landscape make her a standout professional.
As a Technical Recruiter within the Automation Division, Aly brings a deep understanding of the industry's particulars, enabling her to expertly match skilled professionals with positions that align with their talents and aspirations. Her commitment to finding the perfect fit drives her to facilitate transformative career moves.
What Aly enjoys most about recruiting is the opportunity to shape people's careers positively. She takes pride in matching candidates' skills with the right job - witnessing their growth and success as they navigate their professional journeys. Aly is fueled by knowing she plays a pivotal role in her candidates' achievements.
In addition to her dedication to candidates, Aly extends her expertise to advising job seekers. Her advice is rooted in thorough research, urging candidates to invest time in understanding the company they're applying to, its values, culture, and industry presence. She believes informed candidates can ask insightful questions during interviews, showcasing their genuine interest and proactive attitude.