Automation Engineer

Parker Hannifin; Livingston (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Livingston, Tennessee, is seeking a skilled engineer to develop and implement automation and vision inspection technology for their O-Rings and Engineered Seals division. The role emphasizes collaboration with business units to enhance safety, ergonomics, and productivity through automation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, 5 years of related experience, and strong proficiency in CAD and programming relevant to automation.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in designing and implementing automation systems in manufacturing.
• Experience in rubber molding and extrusion is a plus.
• Detail oriented and hands-on with time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess opportunities for automated systems to improve safety and productivity.
• Design automation systems for target operations.
• Manage fabrication of systems, program and test, and oversee installation.

Skills

Automation system design

Strong understanding of computer programming

Project management

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ME or EE preferred)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Position Summary

This position will be responsible for developing and implementing automation and vision inspection technology in manufacturing of products in the O-Rings and Engineered Seals division.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Business Units, assess opportunities to implement automated systems to improve safety, ergonomics and productivity
• Design automation systems for the target operations
• Manage fabrication of systems internally and with integrators as required, program and test, manage installation and run-off of the systems in the plants
• Design and implement automated vision inspection systems
• Troubleshoot problems when they arise
• Develop work instructions and maintenance procedures
• Travel to plants, mostly in the US and Mexico, and vendor sites as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline, preferably ME or EE
• 5 years experience in designing and implementing automation systems in manufacturing, including mechatronics and collaborative robots
• Experience in rubber molding and extrusion is a plus; experience in vision inspection systems is a plus
• Strong understanding of computer programing relevant to automation, excellent computer proficiency including CAD
• Creative thinking
• Detail oriented, hands‑on
• Time management; the ability to organize and manage multiple projects
• Commitment to company values

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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