Automation Engineer II

Job Purpose

Responsible for designing and building custom automation equipment and fixtures for medical device manufacturing. Must have a desire to learn and implement rapidly changing technology to deliver the best possible solution.

• Provides hands-on design expertise for internal and external projects
• Provides internal process analysis and recommendation for technical improvement
• Works effectively with suppliers and internal resources to achieve project objectives

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs automation equipment and fixtures for new product development and transfer projects.
• Uses GD&T to complete catheter assembly and sub-assembly drawings
• Purchases, assembles and troubleshoots components and systems to ensure successful implementation and qualification in production.
• Completes equipment, fixtures and device drawings within project timelines
• Accurately reports and communicates progress and bottlenecks. Seeks additional resources when needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in automated equipment development.
• Medical device industry experience required as a must.
• Experience with CAD and SolidWorks for machine design.
• Must demonstrate strong collaborative communication skills.
• Must possess a strong general understanding of mechanical, electro-mechanical, and automated systems.
• Must be able to manage multiple parallel projects with varying scopes and deadlines from concept to production qualification using established HMC processes.
• Must be able to draw on prior knowledge and experience and adapt to initiate effective solutions to problems at hand.
• Must demonstrate a high level of initiative and creativity.
• Must be able to perform independently.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be adaptive to change and willing to support a variety of work assignments to fulfill internal and external customer expectations.
• Excellent and clear verbal and written communication skills in English
• Must be willing and able to travel as needed.
• Ability to perform occasional lifting (up to 35 pounds), bending, stooping, sitting, standing