Automation & Robotics Engineer
Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Automation & Robotics Engineer to join our plywood team supporting eight (8) manufacturing facilities.
The Automation & Robotics Engineer will have responsibility for project execution to include project conceptualization, development, and engineering field support.
This is a dynamic role, working with the facilities to identify opportunities and develop innovative automation & robotics solutions and once proven scale across the enterprise.
The Automation & Robotics Engineer also performs field service support as required for the solutions they implement.
This role will report to the Plywood Automation and Robotics Engineering Manager.
This is a remote work from home position for the right candidate who resides in a location in Eastern or Central Time Zones.
What You Will Do
* Deploy available automation technology to improve, streamline and automate a manufacturing process, responsible for planning, implementation, and project execution.
* Exploring and implementing NEW ways to automate manual plywood manufacturing processes.
* Developing innovative equipment designs for new and existing equipment.
* Streamline the manufacturing process and make it as efficient as possible while still maintaining product quality and adhering to internal protocols and external regulations.
* Defining opportunities to develop and deploy custom robotics, machine design concepts and computer vision solutions.
* Visiting sites to work with the cross functional teams to define automation opportunities
* Working with different operations and manufacturing leaders, engineers, and vendors to determine optimal solutions for automating their applications.
* Continually learning and researching new technologies and incorporating them into automated design and robotics, in both a controls and programming capacity.
* Developing and modifying PLC, HMI programs and computer vision.
* Optimize robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality for our customers.
* Providing support for equipment in the field.
* Identify, understand, and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
Performing preventive or corrective maintenance on automation systems and components.
* Training internal GP customers to use and maintain systems.
* Physical ability to work on and around industrial equipment, including occasional lifting up to 50lbs and frequent climbing of stairs/ladders up to 100 feet
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
* Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering field with emphasis on automation
* Five (5) or more years of experience working with the development and implementation of automation, robotic simulation, and experience with vision systems
* Experience in electrical design, programming, schematics, control system integration, and analysis of electrical applications of automated machinery
* Experience with product/material handling equipment, packaging, ...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Atlanta, US-GA
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Engineering
- Recruiter: Georgia-Pacific
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: 152577-en_US-US-GA-ATLANTA1
- Posted: 2024-04-14 08:52:54 -
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