Automation Engineer IV
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Process Improvement
In short
HID Global is looking for an Automation Engineer IV to join their Manufacturing Engineering team in Austin, Texas. This role involves hands-on design, development, and optimization of manufacturing automation equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 7+ years of experience in equipment development.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and develop custom automation equipment and tooling.
- Perform hands-on mechanical, electrical, and controls development.
- Research and learn the automation equipment market.
- Develop automation solutions using a build-from-scratch approach or by modifying existing equipment.
- Design and implement custom features and enhancements to existing equipment.
- Own the prototype-to-production lifecycle.
- Troubleshoot and debug mechanical, electrical, software, and system-level issues.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, and suppliers.
- Create and maintain technical documentation.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
- Partner with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to identify automation opportunities.
- Observe and analyze existing manufacturing processes to define requirements and concepts.
- Translate operational requirements into practical automation solutions.
- Lead the hands-on development of automation solutions, including concept generation, design trade studies, prototyping, testing, and iterative refinement.
- Evaluate existing equipment and processes for modification or enhancement.
- Support deployment of automation into production, including debugging and optimization.
- Act as a technical problem solver during production challenges.
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to integrate externally sourced equipment.
- Contribute to standardization and reuse of automation concepts, designs, and components.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar field.
- 7+ years of Engineering Equipment Development experience.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Dependable team player, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and proficient at conflict resolution.
- Demonstrated experience in hands-on design, build, and modification of automation equipment in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Proven ability to translate operational problems into practical automation solutions.
- Experience developing automation systems using a hybrid approach, including modifying commercial off-the-shelf equipment and adding custom features.
- Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical system design.
- Experience building and iterating prototypes, proof-of-concept systems, and production automation.
- Working knowledge of automation controls, sensors, actuators, motion systems, vision systems, and industrial safety concepts.
- Strong collaboration skills with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and external suppliers.
- Ability to document designs, modifications, and build standards clearly.
Desired Qualifications
- Vision systems experience a plus.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or process optimization concepts as they relate to automation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and rewards package
- Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
- A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
- Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
- To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds
Skills
Mechanical DesignElectrical DesignControlsVision SystemsLean Manufacturing
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About ASSA ABLOY Group
Let’s create a safer and more open world – together! ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in access solutions with sales of SEK 121 billion and 52,000 employees. The Group has operations in over 70 countries and sales worldwide. ASSA ABLOY’s innovations enable safe, secure and convenient access to physical and digital places. Every day, we help billions of people experience a more open world. We have a feeling of discovery and urge to innovate by working together and telling it like it is, enabling us to be always growing, never boring and leading right. Do you want to be encouraged to act, have…
Company
ASSA ABLOY GroupJob Posted
3 weeks ago
Expires
in 1 month
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Austin, United States
Qualification
Bachelor
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