**Senior Engineer - Automation****Summary**Responsible for designing and building custom automation and robotic equipment for medical device manufacturing. Must have a desire to learn and implement rapidly changing technology to deliver the best possible solution.- Provides hands-on design expertise for internal and external projects- Provides internal process analysis and recommendation for technical improvement- Works effectively with suppliers and internal resources to achieve project objectives**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**- Observes processes and provides detailed analysis and recommendations for tooling, fixtures and automation improvements.- Prepares accurate and detailed product specifications, project plans, project timelines, and other equipment specific documentation for internal or external sources.- Accurately designs and details prints for equipment and tooling utilizing Solid Works solid modeling software- Purchases, assembles and troubleshoots components and systems to ensure successful implementation and qualification in production.- Manages project technical progress, schedule and financial impact to assure milestone achievement.- Accurately reports and communicates progress and bottlenecks. Seeks additional resources when needed.- Other duties as assigned**Minimum Qualifications**- BS in Engineering required- A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in equipment development; Medical device industry experience required- Experience with CAD for machine design, SolidWorks preferred- Must demonstrate strong collaborative communication skills.- Must possess a strong general understanding of mechanical, electro-mechanical, and automated systems.- Must develop and follow a disciplined and detailed approach to project management and design process.- Must be able to manage multiple parallel projects with varying scopes and deadlines from concept to production qualification using established HMC processes.- Must be able to draw on prior knowledge and experience and adapt to initiate effective solutions to problems at hand.- Must demonstrate a high level of initiative and creativity. Must be able to perform independently.- Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Must be adaptive to change and willing to support a variety of work assignments to fulfill internal and external customer expectations.- Excellent and clear verbal and written communication skills in English- Travel up to 15%. Must be willing and able to travel as needed.
