Automation Engineer - Bilingual (Mandarin)

Minth Group; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Minth North America, Inc. in Wixom, MI is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to lead the design, qualification, and supervision of automated assembly equipment.

The role includes diagnosing tooling and process issues, coordinating RFQs, and ensuring robust performance of robotic systems. You will install and maintain robots, develop SOPs, train staff, and oversee procurement and inventory of spare parts while adhering to TPM and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering, automation, electrical engineering, or related field.
• More than five years of experience in manufacturing automation management.
• Proficiency in Office and CAD software with knowledge of mechanical or electrical design.
• Familiarity with TPM principles and equipment maintenance systems.
• Strong under pressure with cross-cultural communication skills.
• Bilingual Mandarin and English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, qualify, and supervise automated assembly equipment design and validation.
• Diagnose and propose solutions for tooling and processing issues.
• Install, commission, and maintain robotic systems for optimal performance.
• Prepare RFQs based on designs and operations sequences.
• Lead safety, TPM, and maintenance programs for robotics.
• Train personnel and manage spare parts inventory.
• Evaluate MOS and system audits; implement corrective actions.
• Establish local technical team training.

Skills

Cross-cultural communication

Project management

Team leadership

Bilingual Mandarin/English

Office & CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering, automation, electrical engineering, or related fields

Tools

CAD software

Spinfire

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Minth North America, Inc., Wixom, MI, US

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Automation Engineer is a highly technical position that is responsible to develop, coordinate, qualify, and supervise design, construction, functionality, and buy-off of Automated assembly equipment. In addition, will be required to diagnose, analyze, and recommend solutions for tooling/processing concerns. Responsible forunderstanding product requirements, preparing RFQ’s based on conceptual designs and sequence of operations , and communicating technical information to suppliers . Other duties include:

• Responsible for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of robotic systems to ensure their optimal performance. Possess comprehensive knowledge of all managed robotic equipment, including an in-depth understanding of operational mechanisms and proficient skills in operation and maintenance. Develop and enforce a rigorous equipment maintenance system to guarantee the stable operation of robots.
• Conduct preparation, maintenance, and debugging of robotic equipment, promoting standardized management practices. Formulate standard operating procedures (SOP) documents for various types of robotic equipment.
• Perform root cause analysis for complex and abnormal issues related to robots and implement effective solutions. Develop and conduct training programs for personnel involved with robotic equipment, enforce maintenance plans, maintain detailed records, and manage the procurement and inventory of spare parts.
• Resolve technical challenges associated with robots, promote process improvements, enhance production efficiency, and reduce costs. Manage automation and robotics application projects, including path programming. Identify and rectify safety defects in on-site production equipment and facilities, monitor and halt any abnormal operations or illegal use during routine inspections.
• Initiate and implement improvement proposals for inefficiencies in on-site operations, standardize work processes, evaluate man-machine efficiency, and lead initiatives to improve steps, efficiency, quality, and technology.
• Facilitate the evaluation of MOS and system audits related to robotics, ensuring the timely rectification and implementation of non-conforming items identified in audits.
• Oversaw the establishment and training of local technical team personnel.

To qualify for this role you must meet the following:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering, automation, electrical engineering, or related fields is required.
• More than five years of relevant experience in manufacturing automation management.
• Proficiency in Office and CAD software, along with comprehensive knowledge and skills in mechanical or electrical design, is essential.
• Familiarity with the maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment, equipment management systems, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles and practices is necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Bilingual - Mandarin and English is a plus

Key to being successful in this role:

• Proven experience with handling multiple complex projects
• Bilingual - Mandarin & English: Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must have
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient planning and organization/work management skills
• Result-oriented/self-starter
• Familiarity with PC based programs ( Windows, Excel, Word, Spinfire ,PPT)
• Problem assessment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work non-traditional work hours as needed

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