Automation Project Engineer

Dmg-Mori-Usa,-Inc; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

DMG MORI USA, Inc. is seeking an experienced Automation Mechanical Engineer to design and manage automation cells for the North American market.

You will perform concept/layout design, robot reachability studies, simulations, and cycle time analyses while coordinating with DMG MORI centers and suppliers to deliver complete automation solutions. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, strong mechanical design skills, and hands-on prototyping abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Strong mechanical design capabilities with hands-on prototyping.
• Proficient in 3D modeling and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to manage multiple automation projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Work with automation sales manager to prepare automation cell proposals and quotations.
• Conduct automation concept/layout design, robot reachability, cell simulation, and cycle time studies.
• Manage project execution and schedule with customers and DMG MORI centers.
• Prepare design specs and coordinate with suppliers to build automation components.
• Coordinate with commissioning team for FAT/SAT signoff and handover.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D modeling

System design

Prototyping

Technical communication

Project management

CNC/robot/vision/motion control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

3D modeling software

Job description

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2 days ago Requisition ID: 1576

Reports to : Engineering Leader

Hours : Monday through Friday, 8:30AM to 5:30PM

Classification : Exempt

Travel : 30%

Join DMG MORI Systems group, a subsidiary of DMG MORI, the world leading CNC machine tool technology provider. We focus on providing customers with various automation cells including robotic machine tending, gantry loading, material handling, pallet pool and flexible manufacturing system solutions for the North American market.

Essential Job Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsibilities include up to and not limited to:

• Work with automation sales manager to prepare automation cell proposals and quotations for customer.
• Perform automation concept/layout design, robot reachability study, cell simulation and cycle time studies.
• Manage project execution and overall schedule by closely working with customers, DMG MORI Technical centers (TC) and various automation suppliers.
• Prepare requirements/design specifications and manage suppliers to build automation components.
• Coordinate with automation commissioning team to conduct cell production, integration, FAT/SAT signoff.
• Provide operation training to customers if necessary.
• Create and organize design documents, drawings and user manuals for each delivery.
• Other duties as assigned per project execution need.
• Bachelor‘s Degree in Engineering.
• Strong ability in mechanical design.
• Proficient in 3D modeling software.
• Strong system design, hands-on and prototyping capabilities.
• Strong communication skills including ability to read and write technical documents.
• Strong project management skills to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in automation project with CNC machine tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of CNC machine tool, robot, vision, and motion control is a plus.
• Mechanical assembly capability

Exposure to manufacturing/machining environments which may present possible hazards such as noise, electricity, chemicals, heavy equipment, and other automated and manual machinery. General office environment experienced at DMG MORI office.

Physical Demands:

Frequent : walking, bending, and stooping.

Periodic : sitting at desk, utilizing computers and phones.

Occasional : travel, lifting or moving up to 50lbs, operating power equipment.