Engineer, Blade Assure

TPI Composites, Inc.; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Training opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

TPI Composites, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Automation Specialist to monitor and maintain the BladeAssure system across our Iowa facilities.

You will work on mechanical automation equipment, robots, and motion‑control systems, ensuring safe, compliant operations on the shop floor. You will document processes, train production teams, support trials of new technologies, and drive standardization with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, while maintaining a strong emphasis on safety, quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Passion to work on mechanical automation equipment, robots, design of electromechanical/pneumatic systems, and motion controls.
• Solid engineering background with hands‑on experience and high mechanical aptitude.
• Understands autonomous system requirements, algorithms and operating environments.
• Understands integration of equipment design into existing or new systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance and ensure operation of the BladeAssure system.
• Escalate issues and drive resolutions.
• Create documentation for processes and verification (work instructions, PFMEA, inspection instructions).
• Be an on‑the‑floor BladeAssure expert ensuring process/system compliance.

Skills

Automation systems

Mechatronics

PLC programming

CMMS adjustments

Robotics and motion control

Documentation practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

CbM systems

CMMS software

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor the performance and ensure the continued operation of the BladeAssure system in our facilities.
• Escalate as needed issues that arise through system operation and drive resolution.
• Create necessary documentation for processes and verification of process, i.e., work instructions, quality documentation, PFMEA, inspection instructions, etc.
• Function as an “on the floor” BladeAssure expert ensuring compliance of process and systems enabling product performance.
• Ensure successful training and hand-off of process to production team.
• Support trials and prototyping of new technologies and features under the BladeAssure program.
• Drive standardization efforts at the site by working with Engineering, Quality Supply Chain, and other related departments.
• Engage and utilize subject matter experts as needed to achieve desired results. Identify and elevate system issues and track their progress towards resolution.
• Confer with Management, Engineering, and other staff regarding system performance, operating status, ongoing issues, and resolutions.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Education/ Skills/ Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Passion to work on mechanical automation equipment, robots, design of electromechanical/pneumatic systems, and motion controls.
• Solid engineering background with hands‑on experience and high mechanical aptitude.
• Understands the nuances of autonomous system requirements, algorithms and operating environments.
• Understands the integration of equipment design into existing or new systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Knowledge of firmware, safety controllers, and track programming.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and attention to detail.
• Ability to customize system configurations, including PLC programming and CMMS adjustments, to meet specific operational requirements. – Nice to have
• Proven experience deploying and supporting CbM, CMMS, or PLC systems in industrial environments.

Physical Skills and Abilities

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to be on the factory floor for long periods of time, potentially working across shifts at times.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a balance of time in both an office setting and manufacturing setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions required by this role. The following conditions may be present.

• The manufacturing floor requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including eye hearing, respirator, and skin protection.
• Accessing work environments may include use of stairs, staging, and ladders.
• The composite manufacturing environment is subject to varying levels of temperature, humidity, dust, and smells.