Automation Engineer Job
We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for growing our automation capabilities to win new revenue through offering cost-effective and competitive assembly options.
About the Role
* To grow Sanmina Fermoy's Automation capabilities to win new revenue through offering cost-effective and competitive assembly options.
* Support Business development team to win new business in product development space.
* Project Manage when required new product development/introduction projects.
* Manage the development of Automation systems for new and existing products.
* Work with customers and potential customers to promote Sanmina Fermoy in the area of Automation for improved manufacturing.
* Provide technical reports/proposals and simulations for production lines.
* Work closely with Corporate Design team on product options for Fermoy.
* Support customer visits.
* Provide customer support through direct involvement on Customer Focus Teams.
* Ensure the smooth introduction of new products in a high-volume production environment.
* Ability to apply and implement concepts of Lean Manufacturing.
* Enhancing and showcasing the site's automation capabilities by keeping up to date on latest technologies and introducing these technologies to Fermoy where applicable.
Responsibilities
* Lead new automation projects from development of URS, sourcing integration partners, development builds to full production.
* Build relationships with other sites in relation to Automation initiatives and best practices.
* Work with all departments on improvement initiatives and supporting new business opportunities.
* Support Engineering Builds.
* Provide DFM on New Product Developments.
* Support problem-solving and issue resolution on existing lines in support of Manufacturing as and when required.
Requirements
* NFQ Level 8 Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronics or automation-related discipline).
* 3/5 years experience in a similar design/project management engineering role in manufacturing or equipment build environment.
* Excellent equipment knowledge and process debug troubleshoot skills.
* Experience in Design for Manufacturing.
* Good communication and influencing skills.
* Customer-facing experience.
Desirable Skills
* Excellent equipment knowledge and process debug troubleshoot skills.
* Good communication and influencing skills.
* Good knowledge an advantage with regard to the following areas: PLC programming, Pneumatics, Robotics, Product assembly techniques ,Label Applicators, Laser Marking, Tooling Design (pallets, robot grippers, nests etc..).
* 6-sigma green belt.
* Lean practice implementation.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Project Management Qualification.
About Us
We create a state-of-the-art environment for manufacturing medical and other high-quality devices.
The facility has a track record of 30 years of outstanding operational performance and customer service, backed by a highly experienced workforce.
We hire people with a range of skills, experience, and backgrounds to fulfill roles in careers such as engineering, quality and manufacturing to name just a few.