What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract / Remote Automation Programming Engineer position at A3?
Description
Contract Work / Remote position with a focus on Automation projects, use broad spectrum engineering expertise to design, program, implement, install, and support the creation of high-quality controls, machines, automation and other mechanically or electronically functioning equipment to support advancing manufacturing processes within the general industry through BG Automation industrial equipment sales. Apply engineering expertise to proactively identify problems and creatively provide solutions. Will be responsible for leading, directing, and collaborating in Client project scope identification & planning, R&D, prototyping, testing, and release to manufacturing of new, and improvements to existing, Automation equipment.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
Design, program, and implement automation control systems, electromechanical systems, PLCs, or other electronics as required for high-speed automation and precision handling systems.
Execute automation technology projects end-to-end from project planning to implementation.
Lead, direct, & / or perform on-site commissioning of automation equipment.
Attend Client meetings and presentations via WebEx, or in-person if necessary, as required by Account Management
Specify and Identify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
Diagnose equipment failures and consumer difficulties to support existing automation.
Collaborate with team on conduct feasibility studies and other design tests to analyze the operation and performance of equipment, components, or systems.
Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and necessity of modification.
Estimate costs and submit bids for engineering, construction, or other projects.
Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, or other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, or maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
Layout and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.
Layout, draw, or reproduce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
Some travel required to Corporate HQ or to Customer Location
Minimum Skills & Abilities
A minimum of 5 years of experience managing technical projects is required.
5 years’ experience in manufacturing equipment / tool design / development required.
5 years’ experience in design for manufacturing required.
At least 3 years' experience in integration of robotics and automation required.
Experience in plant layout or offline programming software highly preferred.
Minimum Education & Experience
BS in Engineering Required : Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, & Manufacturing Disciplines are Preferred.
Experience in lieu of education will be considered.
Demostrated successful experience in remote / contract work a must.
