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.
NO Stanley Electric U.S. is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of automation experience in a high-volume production environment.
ABOUT US
Stanley Electric US is a full-service, tier one supplier to Honda, specializing in the design and production of lighting equipment, accessories, and electronic components. Our London, Ohio facility houses lighting and mold design, construction, production engineering, and dedicated associates in our Quality, Assembly, Sales, and Customer Service departments. At Stanley, we blaze our own trail to a brilliant future by daring to outshine light.
HOW YOU WILL OUTSHINE
: Delivering reliable automation solutions that improve safety, quality, and productivity. Reducing manufacturing costs through innovative automation. Partnering effectively with production, maintenance, and suppliers. Using data to drive continuous improvement. Staying current with emerging automation technologies and best practices.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Automation System Design Design and develop automation systems for manufacturing processes. Evaluate opportunities for automation to reduce labor and improve efficiency. Specify automation equipment, robotics, vision systems, sensors, and controls. Develop equipment and fixture specifications as well as statements of work for suppliers. Robotics & Motion Control Program and troubleshoot industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, etc.). Optimize robotic cycle times. Integrate end-of-arm tooling and automated material handling. PLC & Controls Engineering Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs. Configure HMI interfaces. Design electrical control systems. Integrate servo systems and motion controls.
Typical platforms:
Allen Bradley Siemens Mitsubishi Omron Vision Systems Implement machine vision systems for: Part presence Orientation Defect detection Measurement Barcode/Data Matrix verification Typical systems: Cognex Keyence Process Improvement Reduce cycle time. Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Eliminate waste using Lean Manufacturing principles. Reduce manual operations through automation. Improve ergonomics. Equipment Installation Manage and participate in equipment installation. Coordinate machine acceptance (FAT/SAT). Support production startup across a 3-shift operation. Validate process capability. Troubleshooting Support production and Maintenance during equipment failures. Root cause analysis of automation issues. Implement permanent corrective actions. Improve equipment reliability. Continuous Improvement Lead automation kaizen events. Support cost reduction projects. Improve machine uptime. Standardize automation across facilities.
Safety Ensure equipment complies with:
OSHA NFPA 79 ANSI
Company safety standards Perform machine risk assessments. Implement safety PLCs and guarding. Typical Projects Robotic assembly cells Automated inspection systems Vision-guided robotics Conveyor automation Automated packaging systems Automated material handling (AMRs/AGVs) Lights-out manufacturing Digital manufacturing initiatives Predictive maintenance systems Smart factory (Industry 4.0) implementation Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) KPI Target Equipment Uptime >98% OEE Improvement +5% annually Cycle Time Reduction 10-20% Labor Savings Meet annual targets Automation ROI <24 months Equipment Start-Up On-time Safety Incidents Zero Production Downtime Continuous reduction Project Completion On schedule and within budget Scrap Reduction Annual improvement
HOW YOU WILL BE REWARDED
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 401K Retirement Savings with Company Match
HOW YOU WILL QUALIFY
Bachelor's Degree in one of the following fields: Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Automation Engineering Industrial Engineering 5-10 years as an Engineer in manufacturing automation Automotive manufacturing experience High-volume production experience Required Technical Skills PLC Programming HMI Development Industrial Robotics Servo Systems Pneumatics Hydraulics Electrical Controls Machine Vision AutoCAD Electrical Root Cause Analysis Preferred Technical Skills FANUC Robotics Cognex Vision Keyence Vision Rockwell Studio 5000 Siemens TIA Portal Ethernet/IP Profinet
OPC-UA SQL
databases Python or C# scripting MES integration Core Competencies Problem Solving Project Management Analytical Thinking Continuous Improvement Communication Teamwork Leadership Innovation Attention to Detail Customer Focus
WORKING CONDITIONS
Manufacturing environment Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs Domestic and international travel (up to 20%) Off-shift support during equipment installations and launches
HAZARDS:
Exposure to manufacturing equipment and electrical systems All Stanley U.S. Associates share in the effort to achieve customer satisfaction and continuously improve overall performance. Success is found in the delivery of high-quality products on a timely basis at a competitive price. Every team member, in the conduct of his or her daily activities and interactions, has abundant opportunity to make a positive contribution. While no listing of duties and responsibilities can completely capture the many ways this opportunity presents itself, fulfilling the responsibilities of her or his role is one important means by which an individual Associate contributes to Stanley's overall success. Experience Required 5 year(s): Automation Engineering Education Required Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
