Mechatronics Integrator - York, PA

Engel Machinery; York (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and life insurance

401k with match

Vacation pay and holiday pay

Job summary

Engel Machinery in York, PA, seeks an Automation Engineer to lead the startup of automation cells involving various industrial robots. Responsibilities include assembly, installation, and testing of automation systems while ensuring quality conformance.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree in related engineering fields and at least two years of experience in robotics or automation. ENGEL offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401k match, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in robotics or automation required.
• Preferred experience with KUKA and Fanuc robots.
• Excellent attention to detail in troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install industrial automation hardware and software.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of automation cells.
• Provide system introduction to customer personnel.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of HMI and control systems

Knowledge in programming code

Reading mechanical drawings

Good communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related

Tools

KUKA

Fanuc

Siemens

Allen Bradley

Job description

Position Information

Job Summary: Start -up of automation cells containing various combinations of linear, SCARA, and articulated industrial robots, bowl feeders, drawer systems, conveyors, machine guarding & safety systems, as well as other custom automation equipment delivered to our customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, troubleshoot, and commission industrial automation hardware and software
  • Assembly and installation of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components
  • Power source and communication verification
  • Software installation and debug
  • Safety equipment validation according to safety standards
  • Setup of parameters, sequence, and positions of automation and robotic system.
    • Examples: VFD & Bowl Feeder parameters, KUKA Safe-Op, FANUC DCS, etc.
  • Ensure system performs according to sales order
  • Ensure quality conformance of all equipment to ENGEL standards
  • Verify completeness and prepare for shipment
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of automation cells & equipment
  • Dry or full cycle of products for entire production cell
  • Communicate with Project Manager on performance and findings
  • Maintain an agreed upon run and cycle time
  • Work in tandem with engineers to provide any solutions necessary
• Perform installation and automation cell start-up at the customer site
  • Oversee rigging and setting of equipment
  • Install mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components
  • Perform process steps to ensure performance and quality of production cell
  • Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and sign-off with the customer to conclude the automation cell start-up process
  • Final documentation and archiving of software
  • Handover to local service technicians
• Provide system introduction (usage and service) to customer personnel (operators, technicians, engineers)
  • This should be limited to the specifics of the cell. Basic robot operation should be covered by ENGEL training courses available. This has been a grey area for me since I’ve been here.
• Perform hardware & software retrofits to existing ENGEL automation systems
• Willingness to learn ENGEL proprietary equipment & controls

Administrative

• ELAK
• Time tracking
• Expense reports
• Communication methods
• Navigating SAP

Qualification Requirements

Educational/Training Requirement:

• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET), Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET), Electromechanical Engineering Technology (EMET) or equivalent training & experience as a control systems integrator

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of related experience in robotics or automation is required
• Preferred Robot experience: KUKA, Fanuc
• Preferred Control experience : Siemens, Allen Bradley, Beckhoff

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent troubleshooting skills with high attention to detail
• Knowledge of Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), control system processors, industrial instrumentation, control system analog & digital I/O, control system networks (EtherCAT, Ethernet, Profinet)
• Knowledge in graphical & ladder logic programming code
• Knowledge in reading mechanical drawings, pneumatic and electrical schematics
• Perform work on multiple projects and tasks
• Articulate technical information exchanges in both verbal and written form
• Operation of an overhead crane and forklift
• Good communication skills as this role develops and maintains relationships both internally (e.g., employees within and outside of own department) and externally to ENGEL Machinery (e.g., customers), mainly to supply and/or interpret information.

Other Requirements

Travel Requirements

• Travel time per year (Average): 30% - 45%
• Travel period: up to 4 weeks
• Travel to other countries is required
• Valid passport is required
• Driver’s license required

Physical Requirements

This role requires working in a production environment and utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Lifting of equipment is required up to 50 lbs.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

ENGEL offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees, including: health, dental, LTD and life insurance, 401k with match, contribution to HSA, Dependent and Health FSA, vacation pay and holiday pay.

ENGEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protective veteran status or any other category protected by state or local laws.