Description:
Key responsibilities/essential functions include:
- The scope of automation will cover both Fixed and Collaborative automation including all supporting automation technologies.
- Work with the MR Coils mfg. sites to define/develop/design automation concepts, work with key vendors/integrators to deliver cutting edge solutions, perform proof of concepts, and work with the local teams to deploy automation into production.
- Will work to identify high ROI applications, conducting feasibility studies, and DOE’s (design of experiments) to develop concepts and reduce risk in automation.
- Lead, manage, and develop key automation solutions for NPI, product transfer programs, and critical mfg. productivity projects.
- Support Industry 4.0 initiatives for machine connectivity and our digital transformation driving data driven decisions and efficient mfg. operations.
- Support the effort to create standard automation Equipment/User Requirement Specifications to further drive component standardization, data standards for brilliant factories, and standard safety risk assessments.
- Work extensively to leverage and project manage outside vendors/integrators to deliver automation solutions to our various manufacturing plants.
- Research’s, studies, and proposes use of new technologies, processes, and industry trends, helping GEHC stay current with new automation innovations.
- Create training materials, provide technical training on automation process technologies, and take part in training deployment strategies across the business.
- Applying creative solutions and ideas, driving productivity and quality in the manufacturing of our products utilizing key automation technologies like collaborative robots, AI, AIV’s, and traditional automation techniques.
- Be a part of our New Product Introduction process (NPI’s) to influence designs to incorporate design for automation standards so low-cost solutions are part of initial production release.
- Knowledge and understanding of Quality Management Systems for document control, design transfer, verification, validation, and acceptance criteria for automation equipment in a regulated environment.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) inElectrical/Automation, Mechanical,Manufacturing Engineering or related technical degree.
- 3+ years’ experience in using, applying, and deploying various automation technologies from concept phase thru final implementation into production.
- Demonstrated program or project management skills of internal/external integrators.
- Demonstrated experience owning production processes / growing capability in yield, quality, and capacity.
- Experience developing technical documents - ability to write / perform FMEA’s, Equipment Risk Assessments, ERS’s (Equipment Requirements Specifications), Validation Plans.
- Experience with controls automation design and safety standards; AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent, NFPA 79, RIA15.06, and other relevant industry standards.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting, analytical and planning skills.
- Domain expertise in the automation and controls technologies field.
- Ability to work independently across our diverse business and manufacturing lines.
- Demonstrate strong communication skills (written and verbal) to all levels of the organization.
- Ability to identify and implement Best Practices.
- Willing to travel domestic and internationally up to 25% of the time.
Desirable Skills:
- Masters/PHD (or equivalent) in technical concentration/field.
- 6+ years’ experience in the design, build, programming, and deployment of automation
- Mechanical design experience in automation equipment such as AutoCAD or Solidworks.
- Substantial industrial experience in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Six-sigma DMAIC & DFSS certified.
- Experiences in Process Intensive manufacturing.
- Solid working knowledge of GEHC QMS procedures for GMP.
- Experienced developing tools and templates.
- Experience working with global teams.
Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration, and support.