Johnson Controls
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AutomationEngineer
“Automation Engineer at Johnson Controls. Skills: Automation, Manufacturing processes, PLC programming, Robotics. Assist manufacturing in development of new processes. Develop new manufacturing standards”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve efficiency; Improve output; Increase reliability of controls; Reduce costs
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem solver; Troubleshoot existing automation; Troubleshooting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, 3+ years practical experience in an automation manufacturing environment, knowledge of product/process flow, Design for high volume manufacture including robotic automation, Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor /AutoCAD, RSLogix 5000 PLC programming, Fanuc robotics, Excellent problem solver, high degree of engineering curiosity, Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, Excellent oral and written communication skills, Proficiency in the operation and use of Microsoft based communications, Microsoft Project
What You'll Do.
Assist manufacturing in development of new processes
Develop new manufacturing standards
Create wiring sketches
Create exploded view assembly procedures
Develop automated assembly
Provide documentation support
Determine machine requirements
Develop specifications for machine functions
Develop specifications for user interface
Develop specifications for quality control
Design automated assembly line equipment
Program automated assembly line equipment
Design automated test fixtures
Maintain automated test fixtures
Create bill of materials
Maintain bill of materials
Create test procedures
Maintain test procedures
Monitor and improve efficiency
Monitor and improve output
Develop new software designs
Develop new hardware designs
Research components and technology
Increase reliability of controls
Train peer group on automation concepts
Mentor peer group on automation skills
Troubleshoot existing automation
Implement customer standards
Participate in design reviews
Guide startup of machines
Perform troubleshooting
Configure network communications
Configure intelligent machine devices
Calibrate machines for position accuracy
Calibrate machines for dynamic response
Assist with remote customer support
Assist with remote troubleshooting
Prepare machine operation manuals
Prepare machine service manuals
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with manufacturing teams; Work with engineering teams; Work closely with manufacturing; Work with maintenance teams; Work with mechanical technicians; Work with electrical technicians
Communication Scope
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Process & Methodology
Project management, Capital justification
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