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Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Rule 5 HireGrand Rapids, MI, US
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Automation Technician

Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding / robotic applications, as well as mentor Auto Technician I-IV team members.

Responsibilities And Results :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Demonstrate proficiency while troubleshooting automated welding cells to effect permanent change in order to eliminate cell downtime.
  • Document and record all improvements and changes within the process in an ERP system.
  • Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.
  • Mentor Auto and Weld Technicians.
  • Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of weld technician.
  • Prioritize tasks within the facility relating to weld troubleshooting, set-up coordinated with production.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting using prints, multimeters, amp meters, etc.
  • Perform, train and critique equipment preventative maintenance.
  • Plex utilization (downtime codes, note entry, documentation, locating part listings / prints, etc.).
  • Troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel).
  • Wiring harnesses.
  • Drive systems.
  • Relays.
  • Boards.
  • Motors.
  • Make proper connections of the following communication protocols : fiber optics, Ethernet, DeviceNet.
  • Modify and perform basic programming of robots in all robotic applications such as ABB and Fanuc.
  • Advanced weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, Air over Oil systems, etc.).
  • Properly troubleshoot and adjust pneumatic systems.
  • Troubleshoot and adjust weld fixtures.
  • Basic understanding of hydraulic systems (process, functions, etc.).
  • Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications.
  • Weld troubleshooting.

Automation Technician Must Demonstrate Competency In All (3) Of The Below Specialties :

  • Controls :

    • PLC Programming

    Intermediate PLC programming (add sensor & change sequence)

  • Strong understanding of ladder logic and intermediate level ability to troubleshoot issues through a PLC
  • Program Panel View (HMI)
  • Troubleshoot / Setup I / O blocks
  • Search, cross reference, and edit a program
  • Troubleshoot HMI system

    • Load program

  • Replace components (i.e., logical module, screen, etc.)
  • Replace system, set IP address, set system name
  • Welding

    • Intermediate Weld Troubleshooting

    If needed, rebuild or reload schedules. Make changes as directed by Weld Engineers using RAFT

  • Emhart DA schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
  • Conduct preventive maintenance activities on specialty equipment
  • MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
  • Cap / Electrode studies and weld validation

    • Calibrate squeeze force on spot weld guns

  • Troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding issues as well as basic programming
  • Troubleshoot / setup projection welds
  • Working knowledge of Miyachi Weld Tester

    • Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of Weld Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent experience
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