Automation Engineer Mgr

Parker Hannifin; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 106,490 - 177,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin’s Parker Chomerics in Woburn MA seeks an experienced automation leader to design and implement automation systems for new and existing manufacturing processes, supervising the US Automation team.

You will lead automation projects across sites, specify equipment, develop control software, mentor staff, and partner with vendors. A Bachelor's in Mechanical or Automation and 4–6+ years manufacturing experience, plus strong PM and communication skills, are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automation.
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Resident status.
• 4–6+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on management experience preferred.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written).
• Experience working with vendors and contracts.
• Automation/design engineering experience preferred.
• PC literacy: MS Word, Excel, Project, AutoCAD, Inventor.

Responsibilities

• Lead the automation engineering team in Woburn.
• Coordinate automation efforts with global Chomerics sites.
• Create scalable, high-quality automation solutions for manufacturing.
• Identify equipment/subsystems to improve processes.
• Develop specifications and documentation for automation systems.
• Provide technical support to production and maintenance.
• Create/modify control programs (CNC, PLC/HMI).
• Design fixtures and equipment to aid production.
• Update equipment to meet new requirements.
• Assist Kaizen and engineering projects.
• Evaluate drawings for manufacturing equipment.
• Train associates on new equipment operations.
• Apply PDCA during installation and debugging of new equipment.
• Lead and develop automation staff.

Skills

Project management

Coordination

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Vendor management

Supervisory experience

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automation

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

MS Project

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Hannifin, a Fortune 250 company, is solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges and driving the future of electronics technology. Parker Chomerics is part of a world leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality products that enable engineering breakthroughs for a cleaner and more sustainable world, including thermal interface materials, EMI shielding solutions, electrical grounding products, and conductive and non-conductive injection molded plastics.

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Hannifin, a Fortune 250 company, is solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges and driving the future of electronics technology. Parker Chomerics is part of a world leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality products that enable engineering breakthroughs for a cleaner and more sustainable world, including thermal interface materials, EMI shielding solutions, electrical grounding products, and conductive and non-conductive injection molded plastics.

Building on 100 years in business, we strive to balance evolving our business while strengthening the communities we operate in and prioritizing our employees’ well-being. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, caring, and friendly work environment, and we support career advancement through continued education, skill development, and regional and global advancement opportunities. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, we can’t wait to meet you.

Position Summary

Position is responsible for leading the design and implementation of automation systems for new and existing manufacturing processes. The position will be charged with supporting North American manufacturing locations and will supervisor the US Automation team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the activities of the automation engineering team in Woburn
• Coordinate automation efforts with other Chomerics sites across the globe.
• Create and implement robust, scalable, and high-quality automation solutions for manufacturing environment
• Identify and specify required equipment and subsystems to improve on new and existing manufacturing process
• Devise specification and in-depth documentation for their design of automation system and subsystems
• Provide technical support to production and maintenance in trouble shooting and maintaining automated processes.
• Create, Control and Modify programs for various control systems (examples include CNC, PLC/HMI, etc.)
• Design, quote, and create equipment/fixtures to aid production processes (structure, process, wiring, sensors).
• Modify current equipment/fixtures to update process requirements.
• Assist with Kaizen activities and Engineering projects.
• Evaluate part drawings and sketches to understand product design and specification in developing manufacturing equipment.
• Provide training for all associates on new equipment operations
• Utilize the plan, do, check, act cycle when installing & debugging new equipment.
• Provide direct supervision and leadership to the automation engineering team.
• Manage, develop, and support automation engineering talent to meet organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field, such as Mechanical Engineering or Automation is required.
• Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
• 4-6 + years’ experience in a manufacturing setting required.
• Hands-on management experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent project management and coordination skills
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Outstanding research and investigative skills
• Excellent understanding of digital processing tools
• Must demonstrate effective organizational and verbal/written English communication skills
• Experience working with outside vendors and contracts
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Automation and design engineering experience preferred
• PC Literate (MS Word, Excel, Project, AutoCAD, Inventor, other engineering design software)
• Must be a US citizen or US Permanent resident

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Competitive Compensation

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $106490 to $177635 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker Offers Competitive Benefit Programs, Including

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

('Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor')

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.