Senior Automation Engineer – Eyewear Assembly

Sun Technologies; Dudley, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (ACA)

401(k)

Sick leave

Job summary

Sun Technologies is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to shape eyewear assembly automation, leading and contributing across planning, detailed design, construction, commissioning and release.

The role requires 7+ years in engineering with experience in high-volume production, electromechanical systems, PLC/HMI/robotics, and SOLIDWORKS. You will mentor junior staff and develop control schemes and project documentation.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering with 7+ years’ experience.
• Experience in high volume production, with emphasis on ergonomic design, yield improvement, labor & cost reduction.
• Experience with electromechanical systems & automating assembly processes.
• Proficient in PLC programming (Ladder Logic and Structured Text) & HMI development.
• 6-Axis robotics programming/integration experience.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills.
• Understanding of Sensors, Robotics, Complex Mechanical designs & controls for automated systems.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (SOLIDWORKS preferred).
• Strong project management skills with ability to create technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for medium-large projects that support new product or technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes & supporting engineering runs.
• Devise new approaches to problems through adaptations/modifications of automation technical principles.
• Work with multiple disciplines, including manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, & quality assurance to manage portfolio of projects.
• Diagnose/troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Direct/mentor junior automation staff engineers & technicians.
• Create automation & machine design requirements including 3D drawing design, wiring, programming, safety features, & sourcing.
• Detail control schemes with wiring and system drawings for automation projects.
• Design PLC/HMI/Robotics (programming & creation of technical documents such as user requirements, functional specifications, & design specifications)
• Troubleshoot & diagnose design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies; proactively recommend revisions and/or improvements
• Help manufacturing departments succeed through easy-to-use tooling, monitoring, and automation that improve safety, quality, productivity, delivery & cost
• Engage in project planning to identify automation opportunities
• Prepare cost estimates and written technical proposals
• Generate network communication protocols for control equipment
• Develop mechanical/electronic controls integrating assembly stations, 6 axis handling devices & conveyance devices
• Document equipment requirements that verify & validate performance, with instructions for operation, maintenance & repair
• Improve standards for assembly by working with engineering professionals to promote defect-free processes
• Interact cross functionally from concept through test runs through released manufacturing process

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

6-axis robotics

3D CAD (SOLIDWORKS)

Project management

Technical documentation

Strong communication

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Ladder Logic

Structured Text

Job description

Sun Technologies is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to shape eyewear assembly automation, leading and contributing across planning, detailed design, construction, commissioning and release.

The role requires 7+ years in engineering with experience in high-volume production, electromechanical systems, PLC/HMI/robotics, and SOLIDWORKS. You will mentor junior staff and develop control schemes and project documentation.