KAON Automation is seeking a technically proficient and resourceful Mechanical Debug Engineer to join our team. KAON Automation has been providing custom-designed automation solutions to leading manufacturing companies globally since 2005, with a proven track record of innovative and flexible solutions.
A successful candidate will be the critical link between design and operational success, taking responsibility for getting automated equipment commissioned, debugged, and performing to specification. This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong problem-solving abilities, coordination skills, and a deep understanding of automated systems.
Responsibilities
* Machine Commissioning Debug: Take ownership of automated equipment during the build, debug, and commissioning phases to ensure machines meet performance specifications
* Conduct systematic troubleshooting to identify root causes of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and control system issues
* Coordinate and prioritize debug activities across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical, controls) to achieve project milestones
* Make pragmatic engineering decisions to balance immediate operational needs with long-term solutions
* Technical Coordination Project Management: Develop and manage comprehensive snag lists, tracking issues from identification through resolution
* Coordinate activities of electricians, programmers, and technicians working on equipment
* Work closely with controls engineers to understand the machine logic and control systems without necessarily programming yourself
* Determine the critical path for machine functionality and prioritize work accordingly
* Liaise with design engineers to communicate issues and provide feedback for design improvements
* Problem Solving Technical Understanding: Demonstrate strong understanding of mechatronic systems including servo systems, robotics, pneumatics, sensors, and machine control architectures
* Ask the right technical questions to gather information and understand problems from specialists in other disciplines
* Think systematically about how individual component issues affect overall machine performance and project goals
* Propose practical solutions and workarounds that keep projects moving forward
* Document technical issues, solutions, and lessons learned
* Customer Stakeholder Interface: Ensure customer end goals are being achieved throughout the commissioning process
* Communicate project status, technical challenges, and timeline impacts to project stakeholders
* Support installation and commissioning activities at customer sites as required
Qualifications
* Education/Experience: Relevant engineering degree (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Manufacturing, or similar) OR equivalent technical qualification with hands-on automation experience
* Minimum 3-4 years in automation environments including: hands-on commissioning and debugging of automated equipment, introduction/implementation of automation projects in manufacturing, or design engineering with machine build/commissioning involvement
* Technical Skills: Strong understanding of automated equipment including mechanisms, servo systems, pneumatics, robotics, and sensors
* Working knowledge of machine control systems, PLCs, and industrial networks (programming ability not required but beneficial)
* Ability to read/interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and pneumatic diagrams
* Familiarity with 3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks) beneficial but not essential
* Basic understanding of machine safety standards and risk assessment principles
* Personal Attributes: Excellent problem-solving, quick learner, self-starter with ownership mentality, strong coordination, clear communication, pragmatic decision-making, hands-on mindset, and detail-oriented
* Additional Requirements: Current driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites; flexibility to work outside normal hours for commissioning deadlines; physically able to work around machinery and in industrial environments
Salary and Benefits
* Competitive salary package
* Pension scheme
* Training and development opportunities
* Exposure to cutting-edge automation technology and challenging projects
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