Automation Engineer II

SMC Ltd; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holiday and PTO

Training and career growth programs

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Promotional opportunities

Amazing co-workers

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SMC Ltd. is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, program, simulate, and test automated machinery for streamlined manufacturing processes. The role focuses on integration of measurement, control functions, and actuators while considering workflow, layout, and safety requirements.

The candidate will audit equipment, drive quality improvements, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Experience in plastics injection molding and strong leadership abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering with 6+ years of Automation Engineering experience.
• Experience in plastic injection molding.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Must read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Designs, programs, simulates, and tests automated machinery to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Uses design techniques to build automated systems such as measurement functions, control functions, and actuators.
• Considers automation workflow, production layout, and safety measures when designing automated machinery processes.
• Audits current equipment and automated processes to determine failure rates; coordinates quality control objectives to resolve production problems, maximize reliability, and minimize cost.
• Drafts and designs detailed documentation for design specifications and other relevant documents.
• Follows international and local regulatory standards for design, process, and safety considerations.

Skills

Detail oriented

Leadership

Six Sigma

English language

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

IQMS ERP

Job description

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Designs, programs, simulates, and tests automated machinery to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Uses design techniques to build automated systems such as measurement functions, control functions, and actuators.
• Considers automation workflow, production layout, and safety measures when designing automated machinery processes.
• Audits current equipment and automated processes to determine failure rates. Coordinates quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost.
• Drafts and designs detailed documentation for design specifications and additional relevant documents.
• Adheres to international and local regulatory standards for design, process, and safety considerations.

Essential Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Experience in the use of ERP Systems, preferably IQMS.
• Must be well organized and detail oriented with an emphasis on accuracy.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to others. May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.
• Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma background/knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree and 6+ years of Automation Engineering experience.
• Previous plastic injection molding experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience within the medical device industry.

What 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

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