Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

FHLB Des Moines; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Oatey seeks a Manufacturing Engineer-Automation in Shakopee, Minnesota to lead automation projects, design automated work cells, select components and write control software. You will collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering teams to advance manufacturing technologies.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 3+ years in operations, strong PLC/servo/robotics knowledge, and proficiency with Allen-Bradley and SolidWorks; Lean/ISO9001 exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering discipline or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in operations/manufacturing environment.
• Fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design.
• Thorough understanding of PLC control, ladder logic, servo control, and robotics.
• Lean/ISO9001 knowledge or exposure.
• Proficiency in manual machining; SolidWorks proficiency preferred; Allen-Bradley proficiency preferred.
• Conceptual understanding of CNC machining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and build automated work cells including concept development, detailed mechanical and electrical design, component selection and control software programming.
• Analyze machining and assembly cycle times to provide continuous improvement to reduce cost, improve quality and on-time delivery.
• Develop cost effective processes and procedures for the manufacture of parts and assemblies in conformance with established specifications and customer requirements in conjunction with production personnel.
• Designate, modify and/or make recommendations for the procurement of equipment necessary to produce parts and/or assemblies.
• Project management for deployment of complex automated systems; develops manufacturing cost estimates to support quoting activities; sourcing of the shelf automated solutions.
• Develop and maintain clear and accurate documentation of automation equipment or processes including CAD drawings for cutting tools, jigs, and fixtures; standard work instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests; deployment to the production floor and operator training on machine procedures.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC control knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication

Lean/ISO9001 knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley automation

SolidWorks

Job description

2300 Vierling Drive West, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 United States of AmericaWhy Oatey?Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?-Position SummaryThe Manufacturing Engineer-Automation will identify, scope, and implement automation projects as well as partner with design, manufacturing engineering and cross-functional business team members to develop efficient solutions to advance manufacturing technologiesPosition ResponsibilitiesDesign and build of automated work cells including c oncept development, detailed mechanical and electrical design, component selection and control software programmingAnalyzes machining and assembly cycle times to provide continuous improvement to reduce cost, improve quality and on-time deliveryDevelops cost effective processes and procedures for the manufacture of parts and assemblies in conformance with established specifications and customer requirements in conjunction with production personnelDesignate, modify and/or make recommendations for the procurement of equipment necessary to produce parts and/or assembliesProject management for deployment of complex automated systems; develops manufacturing cost estimates to support quoting activities; sourcing “of the shelf” automated solutionsDevelop and maintain clear and accurate documentation of automation equipment or processes including CAD drawings for cutting tools, jigs, and fixtures ; standard work instructionsAbility to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests; deployment to the production floor and operator training on machine proceduresKnowledge and ExperienceFundamental knowledge of control and electrical system designThorough understanding of PLC control, including ladder logic, servo control, and roboticsThorough understanding of electro-mechanical measurement systems including distance, proximity, and thermal devicesThorough understanding of electro-mechanical actuators, including servo, pneumatic, and VFDProblem-solving and creative thinking – will be required to troubleshoot problems as they arise and find effective solutionsExcellent mechanical aptitudeDetail-oriented, mechanical knowledgeAbility to communicate well to other members of the development team3+ years of experience in operations/manufacturing environmentBasic understanding of ISO9001 and LEANProficient in manual machining, fabrication preferredConceptual understanding of CNC machining preferredAllen Bradley proficiency and Solidworks proficiency preferredEducation and CertificationA Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering discipline or related fieldCompensation Range for the Position:$67,078.00 - $85,524.50 - $103,971.00 USDOffer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.Oatey Total RewardsGenerous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balanceAnnual Discretionary Cash Profit SharingImmediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensationMarket leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependentsSignificant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associatesPaid Maternity and Paid Parental LeaveTuition reimbursementA strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 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