Automation Engineer

Factory Automation Jobs; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex in Hudson, WI is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead the installation, startup, and qualification of EBO and FLM manufacturing equipment. You will work with the Zhuhai automation team on site or remotely, helping deploy new automation technologies and drive process improvements.

The role requires hands-on experience with automation systems, reading drawings and schematics, and a strong focus on quality and throughput.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a Manufacturing Automation environment.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings (SolidWorks/UG) and electrical/pneumatic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, startup, calibration, and commissioning of EBO and FLM machines.
• Collaborate with Zhuhai automation team on site or remotely.
• Develop and execute equipment qualification protocols (Installation, Operational and Performance Qualification).
• Support production readiness activities and process validation.
• Improve cycle time, OEE, machine uptime, and labor efficiency.
• Create and maintain: Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, PFMEA and Control Plans.

Skills

Manufacturing Automation

Troubleshooting

RCA

Lean Six Sigma

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks/UG

Electrical Schematics

Automation Equipment

Job description

Your Job Molex is seeking a new Automation Engineer to join our team in Hudson, WI. We are expanding our production capabilities and seeking a new team member to help support this growth. You may not see our name on the shelves, but our electronic solutions are inside the products you use every day. We work together with the world’s innovators to design and manufacture electronic solutions that solve complex technical challenges.

In this role you will focus on the installation, qualification, optimization, and ongoing support of EBO (Extended Beam Optic) and Flat Lapping Machine (FLM) manufacturing equipment used in fiber optic assembly operations. This role drives equipment performance, process automation, reliability, throughput improvement, and new technology deployment while supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and production operations.

You will be expected to be the main process contact for specific projects/opportunities while collaborating with our NPI team and operators to build prototypes that meet customer requirements and ensure we can build to scale. Our Team Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide.

With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical.

What You Will Do

• Lead installation, startup, calibration, and commissioning of EBO and FLM machines based on instruction.
• Work with Zhuhai automation team on site or remotely.
• Develop and execute equipment qualification protocols (Installation, Operational and Performance Qualification).
• Support production readiness activities and process validation.
• Communicate and discuss the status or plan of automation machine with Zhuhai automation team, either periodically or as needed.
• Drive deployment of new automation technologies into production Program, troubleshoot, spare parts management, systems upgrade minute adjustment.
• Develop machine control strategies to improve repeatability and yield.
• Help with process engineer to develop tooling designs or semi-automated, automated designs that enhance efficiency.
• Support MES, data collection, and traceability systems.
• Implement automated process monitoring and alarms.
• Improve cycle time, OEE, machine uptime, and labor efficiency.
• Analyze process capability and equipment performance metrics.
• Conduct DOE, Gage R&R, and process capability studies.
• Optimize alignment, polishing, laser processing, and assembly processes series of Fiber Optic Connectors.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Provide technical support for production issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Establish preventive maintenance procedures.
• Support equipment troubleshooting and emergency recovery activities.
• Train operators, technicians, and overall manufacturing and support personnel.
• Create and maintain: Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, Preventive Maintenance Plans, Equipment Qualification Reports, PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, ISO requirements, and EH&S standards.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a Manufacturing Automation environment.
• Experience working with automated manufacturing environments to improve efficiency.
• Able to read and modify mechanical drawings (by SolidWorks or UG).
• Able to read electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams.
• Skilled in commissioning and signal tuning of servo or stepper motors or motorized stage, pneumatics, sensors.
• Familiar with common machining materials.
• Experience completing full cycles of new machine launch, on-site commissioning integration, and optimization for mass production.
• Strong troubleshooting and RCA skills.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with fiber optic connector manufacturing.
• Experience supporting: EBO equipment, FLM equipment, Laser processing systems, Polishing systems, and Precision alignment systems.
• Knowledge of: Six Sigma, DOE, PFMEA, MSA / Gage R&R, Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Familiarity with machine vision inspection and automated test systems.

This position is not eligible for VISA Sponsorship.

In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions.

Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.