Automation Engineer

Viega LLC; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off: 22 days

Job summary

Viega LLC is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, program, simulate, and test a broad range of automation systems. You may lead or participate in multiple projects and collaborate with automation vendors to optimize designs. The role includes training others in operating and understanding the limits of our automated systems.

Qualified candidates will have a B.S. in Automation or related field and at least two years of automation experience, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) and

Qualifications

• B.S. Engineering, automation preferred or equivalent years of work experience.
• 2 years of automation experience.
• Cost/benefit analysis skills.
• PLC programming experience.
• CAD proficiency: Solidworks, AutoCAD, CATIA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of automated systems.
• Optimization of current automation cells.
• Provide data for suggested modifications.
• Review and evaluate code.
• Evaluate ergonomic, safety, environmental and compliance considerations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, vendors and other departments to solve problems.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to secure equipment.
• Coordinate outsourced work with vendors.
• Demonstrate Lean Manufacturing principles.

Skills

Cost/benefit analysis

Programming

Programming logic

PLC programming

Computer skills

Education

B.S. Engineering (Automation)

Tools

CAD

Solidworks

AutoCAD

CATIA

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint (PPT)

Job description

This Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, simulating, and tests a wide variety of automation systems in order to complete specific tasks within allotted cycle times. This position will either lead or be a participant on numerous automation projects. This position works closely with our automation vendors reviewing and optimizing their designs to suit our needs. This position will also serve as trainer in the efficient operation and limits of our automated systems.

What You'll Do:

Essential Functions:

• Assist in 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, designs and implementations.
• Interaction with manufacturing, maintenance, automation vendors, quality and other department supervisors or managers to solve and correct existing and expected manufacturing problems.
• Work with Purchasing Team to secure necessary equipment.
• Coordinate out-sourced work with vendors.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to Lean Manufacturing principles and techniques.

Other

• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/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.