Automation & IOT Engineer

Schneider Electric is seeking a motivated individual to serve as Automation and IoT Engineer for support of product electro-mechanical test and assembly equipment.

The position reports to the Chapter Leader for Home and Distribution Division in the Schneider Electric Energy Management Business Unit.

THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:


* Provide input to product design during development phase to aid the implementation and performance of automated processes


* Prepare and execute feasibility studies during early stages of design for critical processes using prototype assemblies


* Develop acceptable test limits with Design team for electro-mechanical product tests to insure quality and safety


* Prepare equipment specifications to meet the requirements of the defined assembly process


* Ability to work closely with suppliers to develop detailed designs, BOMs, mechanical design drawings, electrical design, schematics and system design software


* Lead the integration of mechanical design, electrical control systems and system design software with suppliers


* Plan and provide detailed training on equipment design, maintenance and troubleshooting to various technical personnel


* Support of existing equipment designs and production issues will be required both locally and at various sites globally


* Maintains up to date knowledge of equipment technologies and utilizes this knowledge to specify and develop innovative solutions


* Utilize continuous improvement methodology to improve internal industrial processes


* MSA experience for qualification / validation of new processes and equipment


* Lean manufacturing tools and statistical analysis experience (SPC, CPK, CP, Linearity study, normality tests)

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE


* Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering


* 10+ years experience in automation industry or high volume manufacturing environment

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS


* Advanced level PLC programming


* Advanced level configuring and designing HMI systems


* Advanced level vision system experience (Cognex, Keyence)


* Familiar with motion controllers and actuators (IAI, Yasakawa)


* Strong knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet, CAN, Profibus)


* Electronic circuit knowledge: digital, analog, power and high voltage


* Experience with electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems


* Basic understanding of UL61010-1 Standard, NFPA 79, National Electric Code


* Minitab


* Creo / AutoCAD

TRAVEL


* Travel required (domestic and international based on project assignment)

CRITICAL BEHAVIORS


* Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal)


* Proven ability to work successfully in a multicultural virtual environment across various functions (design engineering, purchasing, quality, marketing, finance, mfg op...