Automation Engineer II

Modine Manufacturing Company; Jefferson City (MO); Sur place; USD 98 000 - 147 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity Leave

Short Term Disability

Parental Leave

Paternity Leave

401k Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Modine Manufacturing Company is seeking an Automation/Manufacturing Engineer to advance the Automation System within the Manufacturing Engineering Department across multiple DC facilities. You will mentor teams, lead automation initiatives, and ensure alignment with plant management on capabilities progression.

The role requires strong experience in robotics, PLC programming, code development, and lean processes, with focus on standardization and project leadership.

Qualifications

• Launch management with structured APQP process and project plans for new cell launches.
• Ability to take a product from drawing stage to deployment readiness as lead engineer.
• Experience with highly computerized systems, code development, and system integration.
• Ability to drive improvements and apply scientific methods in real environments.
• Experience with robotics (6 axis, AGM/AMR), PLC programming, and SLAM technology.
• Experience with lean processes and mentoring patterns like the 5Q kata.

Responsabilités

• Mentor processes to the alignment plan for automating locations.
• Keep management updated on progress and obstacles.
• Continuously improve processes within the Automation System framework.
• Design, scope, and implement new automation packages.
• Drive standardization of work across the facility.

Connaissances

APQP process

Project management

Robotics

PLC programming

Code development

Lean manufacturing

Mentoring (5Q kata)

System integration

Formation

BSME, BSEE, or BSIE

Description du poste

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.

Position Description

Within and additional to the responsibilities of the Manufacturing Engineer, demonstrate and mentor the systematic approach of the M.E. System in its framework of Process Planning, Plan Execution, and C.I.as it pertains to the automation of manufacturing processes within the facilities.

Align with the plant management team on expected Automation System capabilities progression within the Manufacturing Engineering Dept. first, then other departments. Mentor and support the plant Manufacturing Engineering team toward this alignment, and visually manage the current state vs. planned state.

Support and in some case lead various process automation projects at various DC manufacturing locations. Through this process lead the development of champions at the facilities with end in mind of them being capable of leading future automation projects within.

Key Responsibilities

Nature and Scope:

• The Automation Engineer must first demonstrate capabilities within the Automation System thru practice of the respective processes with a mentor. The capabilities progression criterion are defined and measurable. The requirement for this position is to progress to capable-to-mentor stage.
• Once capable to mentor, will establish mentor-mentee relationships within the facilities M.E. Departments. first, then with other departments in the facility as prioritized by facility leadership.
• Will develop mentees toward capable to mentor for respective processes to ensure the facility has depth in Automation System capabilities.
• Support startup of automation projects at the various DC facilities from procurement to validation that align with the overall DC group initiatives.

Specific Accountabilities

1. Mentor the processes to the alignment plan for automating processes at various locations.
2. Keep Mgr. apprised of the progress and obstacles to progress.
3. Continuously improve the processes used within the Automation System framework while sharing best practices.
4. Design, Scope, and Implement new automation packages.
5. Continue to drive standardization of work processes across the facility.

Required Education & Qualifications

• BSME, BSEE, or BSIE required
• 3-10 years minimum experience as a Manufacturing or Automation Engineer working in a similar industry.

Demonstrated experience:

• Launch management - demonstrated experience with structured APQP process - Project management - history of successful development and management of project plans for new cell launch in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to take a product from drawing stage through deployment readiness validation as lead engineer for the project.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with highly computerized systems through code development, system standards development, and system integration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead improvement initiatives toward meeting target process conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to apply the scientific method at real place with real thing toward real facts.
• Demonstrated understanding of robotics (6 axis, AGM/AMR, etc.), PLC programming, code development, machine logic, and SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) technology.
• Ideally has experience using a mentor-mentee coaching pattern such as the 5Q kata.
• Work history within a facility that uses operationalized lean processes.

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
  • Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
  • 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
  • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
  • Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

To view full benefits information:MyModine Benefits

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

The salary range for this position is estimated in good faith to be $98,000 to $147,000. The specific offer will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and other job-related considerations but will be within the stated range. Where required by applicable law, a general description of benefits and other compensation offered for this role is also provided or made available.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.