Automation Engineer

Viega Holding GmbH & Co. KG; McPherson (KS); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

PTO 22 days

Job summary

Viega is a leading technology company in the installation industry, driving innovation and digital solutions. Viega seeks an Automation Engineer in McPherson, KS to design, program, simulate and test automation systems, while leading or contributing to multiple projects and collaborating with vendors to optimize designs.

The role requires experience with PLC programming, CAD tools, and Lean Manufacturing principles.

Qualifications

• B.S. Engineering, preferably in Automation Engineering or equivalent years of work experience.
• 2 years of experience, preferably in automation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of automated systems.
• Optimization of current automation cells.
• Provide data for suggested modifications.
• Review and evaluate code.
• Evaluates ergonomic, safety, environmental and compliance considerations when reviewing processes and designs.
• Interact with manufacturing, maintenance, automation vendors, quality and other department supervisors or managers to solve problems.
• Coordinate outsourced work with vendors.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Skills

Cost/benefit analysis

Programming

CAD

Solidworks

Auto CAD

Catia

Microsoft Office

SAP

Education

B.S. Engineering, Automation preferred or equivalent

2 years experience in automation

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Catia

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

The future needs people like you. Lend a hand.

As a driver of innovation, Viega is one of the most important technology leaders in the installation industry. We develop intelligent systems and integrated digital solutions. Quality is incorporated into everything we do. We believe that this is about much more than supplying pipelines. We turn spaces into living rooms: More comfortable. More intelligent. More secure. More sustainable.

Support us as:

Automation Engineer

Job-ID:17778; Location(s):McPherson KS

This Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, programing, simulating, and testsa wide variety ofautomation systemsin order tocomplete specific tasks within allotted cycle times. This position will either lead or be a participant onnumerousautomation projects.This position works closely with our automation vendors reviewing andoptimizingtheir designs to suit our needs. This position will also serve astrainerin the efficient operation and limits of our automated systems.

What You’ll Do

Essential Functions

• Assistin the design of automated systems.
• Optimization of current automation cells.
• Provide data for suggested modifications.
• Review and evaluate code.
• Evaluates all relevant ergonomic, safety, environmental and compliance considerations when reviewing processes,designsand implementations.
• Interaction with manufacturing,maintenance,automationvendors,qualityand other department supervisors or managers to solve and correct existing and expected manufacturing problems.
• Work withPurchasingTeam to secure necessary equipment.
• Coordinate out-sourced work with vendors.
• Demonstratea knowledgeof and commitment to Lean Manufacturing principles and techniques.

Other

• Attends meetings asrequiredand/or assigned.
• Performs other duties asrequiredand/or assigned

What We’re Looking For

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated skills in cost/benefit analysis
• Programming
  • Proficiency in understanding programing logic
  • Programming experience in college or industry
  • PLC programming experience
• CAD
  • Solidworks
  • Auto CAD
  • Catia
• Computer Skills
  • Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, PPT)
  • SAP

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• B.S. Engineering, preferably in Automation Engineering or equivalent years of work experience
• 2 years of experience, preferably in automation

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.

Total Rewards Package

Compensation

• Base: $87,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.
• Medical, Telehealth, Dental, and Vision coverage, including infertility treatment, weight management, and physical therapy.
• Wellness Program, including wellbeing platform, wellness challenges, WorkLife Navigator services, EAP, and mental health resources.
• HSA with company contribution.
• Health Care and Dependent Care FSA options.
• 401(k) plan with up to 7.5% total employer contribution, including an automatic 3% company contribution plus a competitive tiered match.
• Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options.
• Voluntary benefits including legal, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Growth & Time Off

• Up to $10,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, with an option for fully funded degree programs through Colorado Technical University.
• 22 days PTO.
• 9 company holidays plus 2 paid Volunteer Days.
• Professional development opportunities designed to help employees continue building their careers.

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