Automation Mechanical Engineer (PE_AME A Group)-Houston,TX

鴻海精密工業股份有限公司; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Houston is seeking an Automation Mechanical Engineer responsible for equipment maintenance and automation upgrades. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, along with 3-5 years of experience in project management and automation systems. This role involves optimizing processes and collaborating with teams to enhance production efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of 4 years of high school, or equivalent, plus completion of 4 years of college.
• Over 3 to 5 years of experience required in relevant fields.
• Hands-on experience deploying automated systems and predictive maintenance solutions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily maintenance, calibration, repair, and anomaly resolution of fixtures and equipment.
• Participates in fixture and equipment retrofit, introducing new fixtures and optimizing processes.
• Designs and implements automation projects, such as robotic material handling systems.
• Enhances production efficiency by improving yield rates and units per hour (UPH).

Skills

Proficiency in CAD/CAM software

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Statistical analysis tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Purpose of the position

Automation Mechanical Engineer: The role encompasses responsibilities such as equipment maintenance, technical renovation, and automation upgrades. Its contributions lie in ensuring the efficient operation of equipment while driving cost reduction and efficiency improvements for enterprises through innovation and team collaboration, thereby promoting industrial upgrading.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Responsible for daily maintenance, calibration, repair, and anomaly resolution of fixtures and equipment to ensure stable operations. Examples include developing preventive maintenance plans to reduce sudden failures and responding promptly to production line stoppages.
2. Participates in fixture and equipment retrofit, introducing new fixtures and equipment, and optimizing processes to meet evolving production demands. For instance, modifying software or hardware to adapt old fixtures and equipment to new specifications.
3. Designs and implements automation projects, such as robotic material handling systems and fixture recycling lines, to reduce labor intensity and support smart manufacturing transitions.
4. Collaborates with production, procurement, and suppliers to coordinate resources and resolve issues.
5. Compiles abnormality reports, technical documents, and provides technical training to teams.
6. Enhances production efficiency by improving yield rates and units per hour (UPH).

Education and work experience

• Successful completion of 4 years of high school, or equivalent, plus completion of 4 years of college with a bachelor’s degree.
• Degree required: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering.
• Over 3 years to 5 years of experience required.
• Experience in project management, leading an engineering team to fix technical issues, optimize the process, and improve yield/retest rate.
• Hands-on experience deploying automated systems, digital systems and predictive maintenance solutions.

Working conditions

This role is primarily based in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility, requiring daily presence on the production floor to oversee processes, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational efficiency. May require occasional weekend hours to support production deadlines, emergency repairs, or project implementations.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical analysis tools.

Core Competencies: Technical and Professional Expertise, Learns Continuously, Problem Solving, Communicates Powerfully and Prolifically.

Functional Competencies: Project Management, Innovative Thinking, Technology Savvy, Risk Management.