Automation Engineer

Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications, as well as mentor Auto Technician I-IV team members.

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RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS:

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

n* Demonstrate proficiency while troubleshooting automated welding cells to effect permanent change in order to eliminate cell downtime.n* Document and record all improvements and changes within the process in an ERP system.n* Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.n* Mentor Auto and Weld Technicians.n* Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of weld technician.n* Prioritize tasks within the facility relating to weld troubleshooting, set-up coordinated with production.n* Demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting using prints, multimeters, amp meters, etc.n* Perform, train and critique equipment preventative maintenance.n* Plex utilization (downtime codes, note entry, documentation, locating part listings/prints, etc.).n* Troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel).n* Wiring harnesses.n* Drive systems.n* Relays.n* Boards.n* Motors.n* Make proper connections of the following communication protocols: fiber optics, Ethernet, DeviceNet.n* Modify and perform basic programming of robots in all robotic applications such as ABB and Fanuc.n* Advanced weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, Air over Oil systems, etc.).n* Properly troubleshoot and adjust pneumatic systems.n* Troubleshoot and adjust weld fixtures.n* Basic understanding of hydraulic systems (process, functions, etc.).n* Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications.n* Weld troubleshooting.nn

Automation Technician must demonstrate competency in all (3) of the below specialties;

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• Controls:

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  1. PLC Programming
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  2. Intermediate PLC programming (add sensor & change sequence)
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  3. Strong understanding of ladder logic and intermediate level ability to troubleshoot issues through a PLC
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  4. Program Panel View (HMI)
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  5. Troubleshoot/ Setup I/O blocks
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  6. Search, cross reference, and edit a program
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  7. Troubleshoot HMI system
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  8. Load program
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  9. Replace components (i.e., logical module, screen, etc.)
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  10. Replace system, set IP address, set system name
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• Welding

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  1. Intermediate Weld Troubleshooting
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  2. If needed, rebuild or reload schedules. Make changes as directed by Weld Engineers using RAFT
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  3. Emhart DA schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
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  4. Conduct preventive maintenance activities on specialty equipment
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  5. MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
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  6. Cap / Electrode studies and weld validation
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  7. Calibrate squeeze force on spot weld guns
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  8. Troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding issues as well as basic programming
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  9. Troubleshoot/ setup projection welds
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  10. Working knowledge of Miyachi Weld Tester
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Experience

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• Minimum 3 years of Weld Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent experience
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Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications. **
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