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Astemo
Engineer II
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A Manufacturing Automation Engineer designs, programs and improves automated machinery and processes within a manufacturing environment. Are responsible for the design specifications, documentation and troubleshooting of the equipment. Often work within vehicle manufacturing and food processing plants, where robots or machines are used to perform specific functions.
$88,878 / year median in Ohio
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing, quality, and equipment-related issues through root cause analysis and implementation of permanent corrective actions. Design, develop, implement, and integrate production equipment, electrical control systems, pneumatic systems, and related manufacturing processes. Monitor and analyze key manufacturing performance indicators (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity) and implement actions to achieve operational targets. Support preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives by providing engineering expertise to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime. Program, troubleshoot, and optimize automated manufacturing systems including PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, robots, sensors, and industrial communication networks. Drive cost reduction initiatives through waste elimination, cycle time reduction, material savings, automation, and continuous improvement projects. Provide technical support and training to production, maintenance, and engineering personnel as required. Develop, modify, and debug PLC programs to support new equipment installations, process improvements, and production requirements. Maintain, update, and control all engineering documentation, including process specifications, work instructions, equipment records, drawings, and program backups for the assigned Assembly area Support new model launches, equipment installations, and process validation activities to ensure successful implementation and production readiness. Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Suppliers, and Corporate Engineering teams to achieve production and business objectives. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Experience with