Job DescriptionJOB TITLE: Senior Automation EngineerDEPARTMENT: Engineering DepartmentREPORTING TO: Head of EngineeringAbout Sanmina FermoyOur Fermoy, Ireland, facility is FDA registered and certified to ISO ISO13485:2016 for the manufacture of high-quality PCBAs, subassemblies and complete devices up to and including Class III medical devices.Sanmina Fermoy’s core specialization is manufacturing automation. We provide services for the entire product lifecycle from New Product Introduction (NPI), prototyping and process validation to complex volume manufacturing & test, shipping and repair. 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.Objectives Of PositionTo 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 projectsManage the development of Automation systems for new and existing productsWork with customers and potential customers to promote Sanmina Fermoy in the area of Automation for improved manufacturingProvide technical reports/proposals and simulations for production linesWork closely with Corporate Design team on product options for FermoySupport customer visits.Provide customer support through direct involvement on Customer Focus TeamsEnsure the smooth introduction of new products in a high volume production environmentAbility 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.Lead new automation projects from development of URS, sourcing integration partners, development builds to full productionBuild relationships with other sites in relation to Automation initiatives and best practicesWork with all departments on improvement initiatives and supporting new business opportunities.Support Engineering Builds.Provide DFM on New Product DevelopmentsSupport problem solving and issue resolution on existing lines in support of Manufacturing as and when requiredPERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONSEssentialNFQ 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 environmentExcellent equipment knowledge and process debug troubleshoot skillsExperience in Design for ManufacturingGood communication and influencing skillsCustomer facing experience.DesirableExcellent equipment knowledge and process debug troubleshoot skillsGood communication and influencing skillsGood 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 beltLean practice implementationExcellent communication and negotiation skillsProject Management Qualification#Sanmina
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