Job Description

Start here, end here. There is a reason why we have so many employees with 20+ years with the company-Pace offers careers. Join us in becoming the premier die casting manufacturer and engineering solutions supplier worldwide.

Summary

In this role, the Automation engineer will find ways to eliminate wastefulness in production processes. Will design, integrate, program, simulate and test automated machinery and processes in order to complete exact tasks.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

(but not limited to…)

• Evaluate employees’ tasks and responsibilities, identifying procedures, tools and opportunities for automation to improve productivity.
• Collaborate with departmental and corporate leadership to determine existing automation capabilities and future opportunities, creating detailed project road maps for automation projects that support our business objectives.
• Design and implement automated systems for use in diverse manufacturing and production environments.
• Lead collaborative discussions between leadership and key stakeholders to determine automation capabilities and goals.
• Create detailed road maps to guide automation projects from conception to final implementation.
• Support existing automation technology with component and process upgrades.
• Troubleshoot to determine robot malfunctions using knowledge of PLC programmable controllers, circuit analysis, electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Provide in-house training documents; prepare reports, flow diagrams and charts. Prepare specifications and standard operating instructions for processes and equipment.
• Solid understanding of Computer Networks, PLC programming, and Robotic integration.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests.

Please note that the duties and requirements described herein are intended to represent general contents of this job. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in mechanical or electrical engineering or a related technical field.
• 5-10 years of experience with the design and implementation of automated systems, especially as related to manufacturing.
• Business acumen, including P&L.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans and Process Flow.

Skills:

• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, from production associates to senior leaders.
• Ability to function as a team player, and be comfortable leading without authority.
• Ability to build credibility and trust.
• Ability to influence leaders, and change their paradigms.
• Must be proficient with the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Minitab statistical analysis software.

Key Position Competencies:

• Communications – Listening, Reading Comprehension, Speaking and Writing.
• Cognition – Analysis/Reasoning, Creative & Innovative Thinking, Decision Making & Judgement, and Problem Solving.
• Personal Effectiveness – Accountability & Dependability, Adaptability & Flexibility, Customer Focus, Development & Continual Learning, Ethics & Integrity, Results Focus & Initiative, Safety Focus, Self-Management, Stress Tolerance, and Tact.
• Interaction with Others – Influencing Others, Relationship Building, Teamwork and Valuing Diversity
• Occupational – Advocating Causes, Enforcing Laws, Rules & Regulations, Facilitating Groups, Interviewing Others, Providing Consultation, and Presenting Information.
• Management Qualities – Business Alignment, Coaching and Mentoring, Leadership, Fiscal Accountability, Organizational & Political Savvy, Planning & Organizing, Staff Management and Strategic Vision.

Pace is a career destination for engaged, passionate and talented people who are driven to seek the innovation, growth and opportunity that only we offer.