Automation Engineer II

SMC LTD; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid holiday and PTO

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career growth programs

Promotional opportunities

Job summary

SMC Ltd. is seeking an Automation Engineer II to assist in developing and implementing manufacturing and automation equipment for new projects. You will work on equipment in operation while improving manufacturing methods to meet product specifications and quality standards.

You will lead project teams, manage automation vendors, and collaborate with customers to support new product lines in a fast-growing pharmacy niche at SMC. Strong PLC, SolidWorks, and robotic programming skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5 years of professional experience; OR a 2-year associate’s degree or technical trade certification and 5 years of professional experience.
• Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment.
• SolidWorks experience and ability to work from 2D prints and CAD details and review 3D solid models.
• Understanding reading electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledgeable of PLC programs.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Robotic programming experience.
• Must have pharmaceutical, medical device, or medical equipment manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to design and develop manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Manage automation vendors through kickoff, design reviews, build and testing.
• Collaborate with customers to support development of new product lines in a fast-growing niche.
• Develop documentation for equipment and systems including SOPs, PMs, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure equipment tests and validations per IQ, OQ, PQ protocols with results and analyses.
• Identify and implement cost reductions to improve yield and efficiency.
• Comply with SMC procedures and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Robotic programming

Education

Engineering degree with 5 years experience OR Associate/technical degree with 5 years experience

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Windows operating system

Job description

Salary Range: $78,930.00 To $116,000.00 Annually

About Us:

SMC Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.

Job Summary:

The Automation Engineer IIwillassist in the development and implementation of manufacturing and automation equipment / systems for new projects. equipment in operation while improving manufacturing methods / procedures in accordance with product specifications and quality standards.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in and lead project teams assigned in support of new projects to perform research, review, and develop manufacturing equipment and automation systems to maximize efficiencies, analyze layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods and work force utilization.
• Manage automation vendors in the kickoff, design review, build, and acceptance testing of new equipment builds that meet customer product requirements and meet manufacturing build guidelines.
• Work directly with the customer to support development of new product lines in a fast & growing pharmacy niche at SMC.
• Support the fabrication, assembly, testing, and development of secondary equipment and processes, automation and assembly equipment, EOATs, fixtures, etc. which may involve internal design, specification, quoting, sourcing and management of external automation suppliers.
• Develop documentation related to equipment and systems for standard operation, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. Analyze and evaluate manufacturing methods / equipment to maintain state-of-the-art systems and provide solutions for problems that adversely affect cost, operator safety, productivity and quality.
• Ensure execution of equipment tests and supporting validations per IQ, OQ, & PQ protocols, including the documented procedures used, test results and analysis.
• Recommend and implement cost reductions in manufacturing to improve yield, reduce scrap, and increase efficiencies.
• Abide by all applicable SMC procedures and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as required.

Essential Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5 years of professional experience; OR a 2-year associate’s degree or technical trade certification and 5 years of professional experience.
• Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment.
• SolidWorks experience and ability to work from 2D prints and CAD details and review 3D solid models.
• Understanding in reading electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledgeable of PLC programs.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Robotic programming experience.
• Must have- pharmaceutical, medical device, or medical equipment manufacturing experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with vision systems.
• Experience with lean manufacturing concepts.

ADA Requirements:

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move frequently
• Occasional repetitive motion and grasping
• Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently
• Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer
• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection
• Travel by air or car frequently

What does SMC has to offer?

• Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment
• Stable schedule
• Paid holiday and PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Promotional opportunities
• Training and career growth programs
• Amazing co-workers
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certifications. Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined salary ranges. We ask all applicants to review salary ranges for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.

At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodation during the interview process.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.