Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical

Location: Miamisburg, OHSUMMARY: Under minimal supervision, works on robotic systems involving the origination, design, and development of new robotic products and components and/or the modification and improvement of existing designs. Will have a mechanicalfocus. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Must be able to perform advanced mechanical and/or electrical calculations to verify the overall outcome of the design requirement/intent. Attend project kickoff meetings and provide input. Communicate directly with the customer on technical issues. May be responsible for assisting in generating and managing project schedules, managing project budget and leading engineering team. Will be assigned to several projects at one time. Travel required on a frequent basis. Must follow ISO procedures as the job requires and provide feedback to improve our processes. Assist in maintaining project binder. May initiate milestone invoicing at appropriate intervals. Able to understand and apply industry standards. Design and develop robotic systems to meet customer specifications or project requirements. Conduct (develop) tests to assure success during (applicable) project validation or verification. Facilitate design reviews with customer, suppliers, and/or other departments to ensure sound designs and drawing accuracy. Analyze test data to assure design meets functional and performance specifications. Coordinate and assist in solving technical problems during debug and at customer site. Provide technical support and leadership to customer, engineering team, customer service, sales, marketing, manufacturing, etc. May assist in preparation of technical proposals with Application Engineer and/or Marketing. Has strong understanding of systems. Must possess strong understanding of two or more automated process along with application of those processes (i.e. welding, cutting, case packing, palletizing). May be responsible for generating standard solutions to be used by all Yaskawa Motoman in engineering applications. Responsible for overall engineering solution. Complete design of complex mechanical and/or electrical hardware and software projects that enhance product value. Manage large technical projects that require a number of supporting engineers. Communicate as needed for project status with team members and assist with problem resolution. Help develop engineering standards and methods that create an environment where quality products are developed. Responsible for assisting with closed order analysis on assigned projects. Assist in preparing and presenting engineering change documentation. Directly responsible for generating AG revenue (revenue may be adjusted based upon company goals and market conditions). QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor of Science degree and six to eight years related experience. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES Good organizational skills, ability to solve problems, strong verbal and written communication skills, and computer literate. Must possess negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Must be able to multi-task. Employee must be able to work with minimal supervision, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters. Has some latitude for unreviewed action or decision. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information