Automation Engineer - Plastic Injection Molding

Automation Engineer - Plastic Injection Molding

• Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Using Engineering skills and practices, the Automation Engineer is responsible for developing automation concepts, providing accurate quotes, managing automation projects and implementing projects into manufacturing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions.
• Conceptualize automation requirements for programs in injection molding, assembly and packaging.
• Apply NPI process procedures and guidelines in managing procurement, design, build, acceptance, installation, and validation of automated systems used in molding, assembly, testing and packaging of medical and pharmaceutical devices.
• Implement low and high-volume Assembly Automation Systems, built on a wide variety of platforms such as Synchronous, Asynchronous, and Continuous Motion.
• Interface with Sales, Customers, Equipment Suppliers, Manufacturing and Program Management.
• Assist in preparation of validation documentation. Perform all necessary validation activities during DQ, FAT, IQ, OQ, SAT and PQ phases.
• Establish, manage, and maintain automation project budgets and timelines.
• Custom Automation Equipment.
• Maintain effective communications internally and externally.
• Participate in DFMA’s, FMEA’s, and DOE’s.
• Participate in Lean and continuous improvement projects.
• Prepare all necessary SOP’s required in production to operate and maintain newly installed equipment.
• Provide training to Manufacturing on proper operation and maintenance of newly installed equipment.
• Provide ongoing support to production personnel during ramp-up phase.
• Work under the direction of Lead Automation Engineer.
• Comply with all company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automation, or related Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in managing automation projects or automation equipment design and build.
• Knowledge of machine design and CAD software.
• Knowledge of modern machine controls.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Experience with technologies such as Ultrasonic welding, leak testing, and machine vision.
• Experience with pneumatics, cam operated systems, servo motors, and robotics.
• Experience in assembly, testing and packaging of medical and pharmaceutical devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in an office and clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and requires appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication.