Automation & Process Technician (Night Shift)

Draexlmaier Automotive; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Draexlmaier Automotive is seeking an Automation/Process Engineer to support automation and process engineering, maintenance and production in complex topics. You will troubleshoot downtime, optimize productivity, and ensure reliable manufacturing processes in a night shift environment.

The role involves assisting in start-ups, learning new technologies, sheltering projects (fixturing, tooling), and collaborating across departments. Travel up to 5% may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support Automation Engineering and process engineering, production and maintenance in complex manufacturing issues whether it be automation, process, material, or machine functionality related.
• Understand how Process Engineering reduces cycle times and increases efficiency of automated equipment.
• Assist in program start-ups and improve processes to enhance OEE.
• Understand new technologies to keep the company competitive in automotive manufacturing.
• Aid in projects involving fixturing and tooling, learning and assisting with complex automation issues.
• Troubleshoot complex automation, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic issues.
• Collaborate with support departments for trials scheduling and reporting.
• Collect SPC data on key processes and work with Production Engineering on results.
• Modify process parameters within data sheets and communicate with the process engineer.
• Update and maintain equipment drawings and related documentation.
• Assist in backing up robots, PLCs, controllers, and related devices.
• Support vision cameras, station barcode readers, laser sensors and software.
• Submit RFQs and Shopping Carts as needed.
• Travel up to 5% of the time.

Job description

Draexlmaier Automotive is seeking an Automation/Process Engineer to support automation and process engineering, maintenance and production in complex topics. You will troubleshoot downtime, optimize productivity, and ensure reliable manufacturing processes in a night shift environment.

The role involves assisting in start-ups, learning new technologies, sheltering projects (fixturing, tooling), and collaborating across departments. Travel up to 5% may be required.