Automation Engineer II

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

Job summary

SMC Ltd. is seeking a seasoned engineer to assist in developing and implementing manufacturing and automation equipment/systems for new projects. The role emphasizes improving manufacturing methods while adhering to product specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities include leading project teams, supporting fabrication and testing, and ensuring IQ/OQ/PQ validation. Candidates should have a engineering degree plus 5 years of related experience, with proficiency in SolidWorks, PLC, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5 years of professional experience or an equivalent two-year diploma with 5 years of experience.
• Proficient PC skills in Windows environment.
• SolidWorks and ability to work from 2D prints and CAD details; review 3D models.
• Reading electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledge of PLC programs.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Robotic programming experience.
• Pharmaceutical/medical device/manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support new projects by researching, reviewing, and developing manufacturing equipment and automation systems to maximize efficiency.
• Support fabrication, assembly, testing, and development of secondary equipment and processes; manage external automation suppliers as needed.
• Develop documentation for equipment and systems, including SOPs, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure IQ/OQ/PQ validation tests are executed with documented results and analyses.
• Identify and implement manufacturing cost reductions to improve yield and reduce scrap.
• Follow all company procedures and guidelines; perform other duties as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Robotic programming

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Two-year post high school diploma/certificate

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD

PLC programs

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:

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

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate on and lead project teams as 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.
• 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 two-year post high school diploma / certificate in a related field and technical trade and 5 years of 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:

• Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for frequent operation of a computer
• Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about regularly
• Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 40 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently
• Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards
• Travel by air or car frequently

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.