Automation Engineer, Manufacturing & Machine Vision
Overview
You will lead automation projects for enclosure and module manufacturing at a global consumer device company in Cupertino, CA. You own machine design, vision systems, and controls from concept to production, improving throughput and quality. You partner with engineering and operations to identify opportunities, develop concepts, and assess cost and risk. This role stands out for its direct impact on high-volume manufacturing and cross-functional collaboration.
What You'll Do8
- 1Lead automation projects for enclosure and module manufacturing, including machine design, vision systems, and controls.
- 2Partner with engineering and operations to identify automation opportunities and develop concepts and requirements.
- 3Assess cost and risk for automation initiatives and provide design-for-automation feedback to product design teams.
- 4Evaluate and select automation suppliers and equipment, driving technical reviews and validation.
- 5Design and debug PLC-based control systems and HMI interfaces for new automation cells.
- 6Integrate vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence) for inspection and alignment tasks.
- 7Drive the build and bring-up of automated assembly lines, resolving issues during ramp.
- 8Document automation designs and processes, ensuring knowledge transfer to operations.
Requirements7
- 15+ years of experience in automation engineering for manufacturing, with a focus on machine design and controls.
- 2Strong background in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
- 3Hands-on experience with vision systems from Cognex, Keyence, or similar.
- 4Knowledge of robotics (e.g., Fanuc, ABB) and their integration in automated cells.
- 5Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture and machine design.
- 6Experience with cost and risk analysis for automation projects, including ROI models.
- 7Excellent communication skills to partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
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