Milwaukee Tool · 2 hours ago
Automation Engineering Technician
Menomonee Falls, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelMilwaukee Tool is a company that values the growth and success of its employees and focuses on delivering disruptive technologies. The Automation Engineering Technician will be responsible for setting up, repairing, and troubleshooting automation equipment, leading a team, and ensuring efficient production results.
Consumer GoodsElectronicsIndustrialManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Able to set up, repair, adjust and troubleshoot production automation, industrial robotics equipment and interface devices
Able to communicate and collaborate with maintenance and production to ensure timely line setup/change-over
Manage and own specific groups of automated equipment ensuring world class production results
Lead and develop skills of robotics and automation staff, assist in directing work and assignments
Have a strong understanding of PLC driven control systems and be capable of interpreting ladder logic programs
Have strong understanding of 3D modeling, capable of designing fixturing, automation, or jigs for manufacturing. Capable of modifying 3D models
Troubleshoot and repair PLC’s and other electrical controls as needed
Supervise and coordinate outside contractors to ensure that all upkeep, maintenance and repairs are completed in an efficient and cost-effective manner
Ability to maintain and program variable frequency drives and motor protection relays
Capable of putting together statement of work, timeline, and execution of projects
Availability to work other shifts and weekends to support equipment operation and training programs
Identify possible mechanical problems and report them to Maintenance or Production supervision personnel
Perform preventative maintenance as required by company PM program for the robotics equipment
Maintain good housekeeping and a safe work environment
Participate in continuous process improvement to increase production efficiencies
Participate in training and classes as directed
All other duties as assigned. Ability to work in multiple plants on project-to-project basis
Qualification
Required
Completed Certification program & has significant automation experience
Ability to learn new software applications and interfaces quickly
CAD, 2D/3D design, PLC programming and other communications software
Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical and other engineering / technical documents
Ability to comprehend and follow written instructions
Basic comprehension of the English language: reading and writing skills to understand and complete necessary paperwork
Good mathematical aptitude
Ability to organize priorities and workload
Excellent spatial awareness
Strong technical aptitude and understanding of basic electronics and mechanical concepts
Experience with power tools such as band saws, drills, tap & die sets, etc
Ability to do rapid prototyping of robot grippers and product/presentation fixturing using materials on hand or procured for the purpose of proving or testing an idea
Ability to think and operate in a spirit of innovation and change
Ability to abandon an idea that isn't working and change directions quickly to try something new
Company
Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee Tool manufactures electric power tools and accessories.
Founded in 1924
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rolando Lopez
Senior Engineering Manager
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