Automation Engineer - Boise, Idaho

Job Description

Job Title Automation Engineer - Boise, Idaho

About our company:

The Raymond Corporation is a division of the Toyota Industries Corporation. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, innovation and growth. Our Associates are the foundation of our continued success. If you're innovative and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

About the position:

We're looking for an Automation Engineer to be responsible for the design and commercialization of new products and sub-systems related to automated vehicles. This role will by employed by The Raymond Corporation and work out of Bastian Solutions in Boise, Idaho. You will:

• Design and develop various components and sub-systems in support of automated product development. Development may include electrical, software, and/or control tasks.
• Provide requirements for software interface solutions and customizations between systems which may include automation/vehicle controllers and server-to-vehicle communication.
• Responsible for verifying that system and software design implementation meets requirements.
• Understand electrical system design concepts. May be responsible for the creation and development of electrical schematics, and component qualification and selection for automation systems.
• Lead coordination with third-party suppliers who provide custom software.
• Listen to, understand, and convey customer requirements. Work with customers to develop optimized processes and systems.
• Resolve customer issues or difficulties in a manner consistent with Raymond's mission, values, and financial objectives.
• Provide support for new product development teams. Work with cross-functional groups at the direction of a Lead Engineer or Program Manager.

About you:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a team environment and able to present technical material to a technically diverse audience.

It would be great if you had:

• Familiarity with Linux development environment.
• Solid understanding of programming techniques using C, C++, C#, Python, Structured Text or similar languages.
• Basic understanding of network and communications technology - CAN, TCP/IP, Ethernet, UWB, Bluetooth, etc.
• Experience with virtual and/or physical servers running Windows.
• Experience with industrial control systems including PLCs, OPC Servers, or Kepware.
• Knowledge of interface development between warehouse or manufacturing control systems and third-party software and hardware solutions.
• Direct customer-facing experience.

About the total compensation package:

Benefits - We recognize the value of a comprehensive benefits program for our employees and work tirelessly to make sure our package meets the needs of our employees and their families. Eligible employees can elect and participate in a variety of benefits including:

• Medical and Rx Plan options
• Dental and Vision Plan options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Life Insurance and AD D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Indemnity Insurance
• ID Theft Protection
• Comprehensive 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Profit Sharing Plan based on annual profitability
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Volunteer Time
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Aid Program

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a team environment and able to present technical material to a technically diverse audience.