Robotics & Automation Engineer - Assembly Systems

Magna International, Inc.; Northwood (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors is seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to design, program, and maintain assembly robotics equipment across our manufacturing lines. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead toolkit upgrades, and support new program launches with a focus on uptime, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting ABB and Fanuc robotic systems, PLC programming, machine vision, and collaboration with process engineers to implement corrective actions.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in engineering science or technology or 5 years related work experience in a technical field.
• Advanced trouble-shooting skills.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, Project, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and be a team player.
• High skill level with robotic programming and troubleshooting with ABB and Fanuc robots.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting, preferably with Allen-Bradley products. RSLogix 5000
• HMI software programming, with FactoryTalk and Ignition software.
• Machine vision system programming.
• Machine design, build, and troubleshooting experience.
• Automation and controls experience.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and continuously improve all Assembly robotic equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Manage all phases of secondary equipment to ensure successful new program launches.
• Continuously improve secondary equipment and assembly processes through increasing machine uptime and capability while decreasing machine cycle time.
• Implement error-proofing systems throughout the department.
• Review and implement new technologies.
• Assist with investigating equipment and part quality issues and implement effective action plans.
• Provide training and guidance on robotic equipment to all department personnel.
• Provide training for all Assembly Team members in operation of Assembly machines and technology.
• Ensure all robot programs are backed up and up to date.
• Respond to downtime.
• Design, install, and maintain assembly end of line testing systems.
• Assist in investigating customer and internal quality issues and implement corrective action plans to improve our products, processes, and equipment.
• Implement error-proofing (poka-yoke) systems to eliminate the possibility for assembly errors.
• Assist in launching new programs by assisting with secondary equipment builds.
• Review secondary equipment with regards to machine operation.
• Assist in creating effective PMs for new equipment.
• Implement continuous improvement projects to improve machine capabilities.
• Support LEAN manufacturing including lean thinker and winning teams' programs.
• Review new technologies, benchmarking them against other Magna divisions, as well as other manufacturing facilities to determine their relevance.
• Internal machine builds.
• Manage special projects.
• Some travel will be required periodically to support off site assembly and sequencing operations.
• Support and improve departmental KOI's that include:
• Correcting handling damage (HD) causes.
• Reducing costs by eliminating waste.
• Improving PM completion percentage.
• Reducing robotic downtime.
• Secondary equipment readiness.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Robotics programming

PLC programming

Team player

Automation experience

Weekend availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or tech

Tools

ABB robots

Fanuc robots

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

RSLogix 5000

FactoryTalk

Ignition

Machine vision

Job description

Magna Exteriors is seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to design, program, and maintain assembly robotics equipment across our manufacturing lines. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead toolkit upgrades, and support new program launches with a focus on uptime, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting ABB and Fanuc robotic systems, PLC programming, machine vision, and collaboration with process engineers to implement corrective actions.