Automation Process Engineer - PLC, Robotics

at  Johnson Electric

Come Innovate Motion With US!
Stackpole International, a Johnson Electric company is excited to announce we are now recruiting for Automation Process Engineering Specialists. The Process Engineering Specialist’s main responsibilities include new automation equipment related process engineering, development and validation. Installed equipment process continuous improvement and new automation cell process outsourced equipment evaluation, selection and process capability analysis.

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Engineering of new processes for equipment build by GAA. This includes research of state-of-the-art processes, evaluation of options, feasibility studies, process validation, capability studies, GR&R’s where applicable.
• Provides engineering support for process related continuous improvement activities related with installed equipment.
• Works closely with program management, equipment manufacturing group, the design team, administration and other team members and including suppliers to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Responsible for process engineering documentation as per Stackpole GAA systems.
• Parameter sheet and capability analysis
• Debugging, run-off, and implementation of cell-based manufacturing equipment, in conjunction with customer plant quality and manufacturing engineering
• Completion of run at rate process performance testing in conjunction with manufacturing operations.
• Identify complex technical issues to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Develop knowledge and skills to be recognized for expertise and functional leadership in application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, continuous improvement and project management.
• Monitor and understand new technologies to improve quality and efficiency.
• Ensuring the adherence to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 all Stackpole International policies and any other industry standards in all activities
• Coordinate continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Our requirements:

• A degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering, or comparable
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the hands-on process development of automated assembly operations (ideally for automotive powertrain applications and /or including high precision components) and associated processes such as press, Vision systems, various NDT, linear measuring systems, fastening (bolt installation), leak testing and other processes as required for new and existing GAA equipment.
• Excellent PC based computer skills
• Strong technical knowledge and ability in process engineering disciplines
• Basic understanding of PLC programming, robots (FANUC and ABB)
• Expected to generate innovation and improvement ideas
• Demonstrates excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues.
• Ability to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently
• Familiarity with process improvement tools such as Lean /Six Sigma
• Understanding of automotive systems and quality requirements based on IATF 16949/ISO9001operating systems
• Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, at all levels of the organization
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do

• Engineering of new processes for equipment build by GAA. This includes research of state-of-the-art processes, evaluation of options, feasibility studies, process validation, capability studies, GR&R’s where applicable.
• Provides engineering support for process related continuous improvement activities related with installed equipment.
• Works closely with program management, equipment manufacturing group, the design team, administration and other team members and including suppliers to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Responsible for process engineering documentation as per Stackpole GAA systems.
• Parameter sheet and capability analysis
• Debugging, run-off, and implementation of cell-based manufacturing equipment, in conjunction with customer plant quality and manufacturing engineering
• Completion of run at rate process performance testing in conjunction with manufacturing operations.
• Identify complex technical issues to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Develop knowledge and skills to be recognized for expertise and functional leadership in application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, continuous improvement and project management.
• Monitor and understand new technologies to improve quality and efficiency.
• Ensuring the adherence to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 all Stackpole International policies and any other industry standards in all activities
• Coordinate continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required