Automation Engineer

Your Job

Molex is seeking a new Automation Engineer to join our team in Hudson, WI.

We are expanding our production capabilities and seeking a new team member to help support this growth.

You may not see our name on the shelves, but our electronic solutions are inside the products you use every day.

We work together with the world's innovators to design and manufacture electronic solutions that solve complex technical challenges.

In this role you will focus on the installation, qualification, optimization, and ongoing support of EBO (Extended Beam Optic) and Flat Lapping Machine (FLM) manufacturing equipment used in fiber optic assembly operations.

This role drives equipment performance, process automation, reliability, throughput improvement, and new technology deployment while supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and production operations.

You will be expected to be the main process contact for specific projects/opportunities while collaborating with our NPI team and operators to build prototypes that meet customer requirements and ensure we can build to scale.

Our Team

Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide.

With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical.

What You Will Do


* Lead installation, startup, calibration, and commissioning of EBO and FLM machines based on instruction.

Work with Zhuhai automation team on site or remotely.


* Develop and execute equipment qualification protocols (Installation, Operational and Performance Qualification).


* Support production readiness activities and process validation.


* Communicate and discuss the status or plan of automation machine with Zhuhai automation team, either periodically or as needed.


* Drive deployment of new automation technologies into production


* Program, troubleshoot, spare parts management, systems upgrade minute adjustment.


* Develop machine control strategies to improve repeatability and yield.


* Help with process engineer to develop tooling designs or semi-automated, automated designs that enhance efficiency.


* Support MES, data collection, and traceability systems.


* Implement automated process monitoring and alarms.


* Improve cycle time, OEE, machine uptime, and labor efficiency.


* Analyze process capability and equipment performance metrics.


* Conduct DOE, Gage R&R, and process capability studies.


* Optimize alignment, polishing, laser processing, and assembly processes series of Fiber Optic Connectors.


* Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools


* Provide technical support for production issues.


* Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.


* Establish preventive maintenance procedures.


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