Project Engineer

Yaskawa Motoman Robotics; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Yaskawa Motoman Robotics in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking a mechanical engineer to originate, design, and develop robotic products and tooling with a focus on mechanical engineering.

Under minimal supervision you will lead design reviews, collaborate with customers and internal teams, perform calculations, and ensure drawings meet specs. Travel is required to support customers and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree with related experience.
• Ability to perform advanced mechanical and/or electrical calculations.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Working knowledge of PDM systems.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading engineering teams and managing schedules.
• Ability to travel frequently and work with customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects and coordinate across departments.
• Design and develop robotic systems and tooling to meet customer needs.
• Translate customer requirements into engineered solutions.
• Review designs with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Prepare technical proposals with Application Engineer and Marketing.
• Ensure compliance with ISO procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Advanced calculations

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PDM systems

Job description

Under minimal supervision, works on robotic or tooling systems involve the origination, design, and development of new robotic products, tools, and components, as well as the modification and improvement of existing designs. Will have a mechanical engineering focus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Must be able to perform advanced mechanical and/or electrical calculations to verify the overall outcome of the design requirement/intent.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Must have working knowledge of PDM systems.
• Attend project kickoff meetings and provide input.
• Communicate directly with the customer on technical issues.
• May be responsible for assisting with generating and managing the Project Binder and project schedules, managing the project budget, and leading the engineering team.
• Will be assigned to several projects at one time.
• Travel is required frequently. Must have a valid driver’s license and full-coverage automobile insurance.
• Must follow ISO procedures as required and provide feedback to improve our processes.
• May initiate milestone invoicing at appropriate intervals.
• Able to understand and apply industry standards for hazardous environments.
• Designs and develops robotic systems and tooling fixtures to meet customer specifications or project requirements.
• Conduct (develop) tests to ensure success during project validation or verification.
• Facilitate design reviews with customers, suppliers, and/or other departments to ensure sound designs and drawing accuracy.
• Analyze test data to verify that the design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Coordinate and assist in solving technical problems during debugging and at the customer site.
• Provide technical support and leadership to customers, engineering team, customer service, sales, marketing, manufacturing, etc.
• May assist in preparation of technical proposals with Application Engineer and/or Marketing.
• Has a strong understanding of systems. Must possess a strong understanding of paint and dispense automated processes, along with the application of those processes
• Must be proficient in reading and designing Pneumatic and fluid schematics.
• May be responsible for generating standard solutions for use by all Yaskawa Motoman in engineering applications.
• May be responsible for overall engineering solution.
• May be responsible for assisting with closed order analysis on assigned projects.
• Communicate project status with team members.
• May assist in preparing and presenting engineering change documentation.
• Directly responsible for generating AG revenue (revenue may be adjusted based upon company goals and market conditions).

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science degree with one year of related experience, or four or more years of related experience.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Good organizational skills, problem-solving ability, strong verbal and written communication skills, and computer literacy. Must have strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Employees must be able to work with minimal supervision and confer with the supervisor on unusual matters. Has some latitude for unreviewed action or decision.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups and managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts, including exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to tasks such as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Work requires the individual to devise own methods, to assist with methods used by others, to exercise ingenuity, to analyze situations, and to apply judgment required to make decisions of an administrative and/or technical nature.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Anticipate about one hour a day/minimum, at PC. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, UV exposure, fumes, sparks, and heat.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Duties may require the occasional use of/contact with/exposure to various hazardous materials (such as, but not limited to grease, oils, lubricants, paint, thinner, parts cleaner, etc.). Employees should have basic awareness of hazardous materials cautions. Those directly using the materials must have specific knowledge of the material in use.

Motoman is an EEO employer of minorities/females/disabled/veterans.

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