Lead Automation Engineer - La Vergne, United States - Assurant

Description

The Lead Automation Engineer will work on a team to drive new product development from concept to deployment.

This role will focus on conceiving, designing, developing, programming, and maintaining innovative machinery that may include robotics, mechatronics, inspection, sortation, packaging, storage, material handling or other hardware solutions.

This is an onsite role in our La Vergne TN office.
What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?Control system and/or robot programmingCreate original detailed designs of unusual and complex machinery utilizing engineering software with limited direction from leadershipApplications development, requirements gathering, concept generation, architecture creation, and specification writingSupport the project management team by leading design reviews, creating schedules, tracking project costs, and estimating budgetsProvide training and guidance to lower-level engineersTechnical writing of machinery manuals and operating proceduresManage bill-of-materials (BOMs), select vendors, obtain quotes, create purchase requests, and inspect received componentsDirect the construction, initialization, setup, and installation of machineryLead facility/site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT)

Lead troubleshooting of machinery in operationCreate and maintain standards for machine design, programming, and documentationWhat are the requirements needed for this position?7+ years of experience in the design and implementation of automated equipment10+ years PLC Programming:
Expertise in writing control programs for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) using ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, or other relevant IEC languages10+ years

Industrial Automation Protocols:
Proficiency in communication protocols like EtherNet/IP, Profibus, or DeviceNet for data exchange between PLCs and other devices10+ years

Electrical Engineering Fundamentals:

Solid understanding of electrical principles, including power distribution, motor control, and safety considerations10+ years Safety: Experience with machine safety systems, ISO standards, RIA 15.

06, and similar OSHA requirements10+ years Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve control system issues efficiently7+ years

Motion Control:
Understanding of servo and stepper motor principles, along with the ability to design and program motion control systems7+ years Mechatronics: A combination of mechanical, electrical, and control system knowledge, allowing for a holistic understanding of the automated machinery5+ years

Robotics Fundamentals:
Understanding of robot kinematics, dynamics, and programming for integrating robotic elements into the system5+ years

Machine Vision:
Knowledge of machine vision systems, including camera selection, image processing, and applying them for automated inspection or object recognition5+ years

Project Management:
Ability to manage control system projects from design to implementation, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation3+ years SCADA/HMI Development: Experience in designing and implementing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for operator interactionCommunication & Teamwork: Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, and other stakeholdersWhat other skills/experience would be helpful to have?BS in ME, EE, Automation, or Related Field or equivalent experienceExperience with conventional programing languages, including: Python, C#, C++, Visual Basic and others

Cybersecurity Awareness:
Understanding of cybersecurity principles to implement secure communication protocols and protect control systems from cyberattacks

Version Control Systems:
Familiarity with version control systems like Git to manage code changes and ensure project traceability

Project Management Tools:
Proficiency in project management software like MS Project or similar tools for efficient project planning and executionData Acquisition & Analysis: Familiarity with data acquisition techniques and tools for analyzing sensor data and optimizing system performanceProject Documentation &

Report Writing:
Ability to create clear and concise technical documentation and reports for control system designs, troubleshooting procedures, and project deliverablesExperience with B&R, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or other industrial PLC productsExperience with Kuka, Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa or other industrial robotics productsExperience with Cognex, Keyence, Basler or other industrial vision productsSome experience with 3D CAD software, Solidworks preferredSome experience Utilizing Visual Components, or similar software for digital twin and offline programming#AssurantProudEB#J-18808-Ljbffr