Engineering Manager (Automation) Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Engineering Manager (Automation)
Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

Role/Purpose:

The Engineering Manager is responsible for design and development of all engineering related activities used in the design, production, and repair of metal detection, or x-ray, or check weigher, or vision systems. He develops with his team CAD- and Electrical design as well as process automation solutions for customized orders. He also develops and gives technical direction towards the automation of manufacturing processes (CAD-to-CAM, robotization of welding, polishing, etc.) to improve product manufacturing quality and increase productivity. Gives technical direction and support to lower-level engineers and designers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Planning, implementing, and managing automated manufacturing systems to improve production efficiency and quality
Leading a team of engineers in designing, installing, and maintaining automation equipment such as robotics, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and control systems
Collaborating with production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure automation solutions meet operational requirements.
Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime
Managing budgets, timelines and resources for automation budgets
Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Staying updated with the latest automation technologies and integrating relevant innovations into manufacturing processes
Recruiting, training, and retention of a qualified and motivated team
Productivity improvements
Provide timely and accurate performance evaluations
Quality improvements
Control workflow to achieve targets and minimize costs
Regulate and enforce 5S program
Implement continuous improvement projects
Establish and monitor department budget
Achieve OTD, lead time, failure analysis, and quality goals
Develop reports and metrics to monitor individual performance to ensure departmental goals and objectives are achieved
Develop system design guidelines and ensure that all system’s design, quality, and manufacturing procedures meet the guidelines Work with production and manufacturing engineering to understand process capabilities and develop ideas that reduce costs and improve quality
Effectively utilize engineering resources to achieve increased productivity
Provide expertise and take responsibility for compliance to relevant industry and regulatory standards
Stay abreast of technological advances that can be applied to inspection systems
Provide troubleshooting support for engineering, production, sales, and service
Other duties and tasks as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to document processes
Research & development skills
Ability to solve problems and make decisions
Ability to motivate employees and create an environment that promotes Ability to handle multiple tasks and pay attention to detail
Ability to supervise others and manage budgets
Experience in automated machinery design in a manufacturing environment
This position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to drug testing as permitted by law.
Minimum Education /

Experience Required:

Mechanical Engineering Degree, MBA a plus
2D & 3D CAD experience
5-10 years supervisory experience in engineering

Travel Requirements:

This position has a travel requirement of 0-15%. Travel could include both domestic and international travel (by commercial or personal means, including economy class air travel).
Our Offer to You
Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire Tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts Parental and caregiver leave policies
All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment
About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO

is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit