Automation Project Engineer

Position Overview

The Automation Project Engineer leads NA Automation projects. This role should, under limited supervision and minimal technical guidance, identify and integrate automated processes and work cells to drive cost savings and quality improvement opportunities. Skills in developing automated solutions independently, as well as partnering with external integration partners are both critical to success in this role. Additionally, collaboration with stakeholders throughout the enterprise is critical to help drive the adoption and sustainability of all automation.

Essential Functions (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Plan, delegate, and execute tasks and priorities within all automation process design within a given project (ie. Cell layout, schematics, PLC interface, mechanical design, equipment/hardware selection, vision or robot programming, wiring, and assembly)
• Develop project timelines and budgets with milestone dates for completion of work. Justify capital equipment purchases, as necessary.
• Coordinate with internal resources and customers to ensure project is completed according to schedule and according to our Company methodology
• Record keeping and documentation related to risk assessment, machine operation, maintenance, and support/troubleshooting.
• Provide hands-on electrical, mechanical, and programming support necessary to keep all Company equipment in good working order.
• Write project reports, memoranda, and correspondence detailing project status and issues
• Provide training and coaching, as needed, to other technical stakeholders to build automation competencies within the organization.
• Proactively identify cost savings and quality improvement opportunities for continued deployment and integration of automated solutions
• Lead and execute equipment deployment at other sites, as necessary
• Identify, develop, and implement required modifications to support business changes throughout the lifespan of installed equipment.
• Provide technical assistance and hands-on problem resolutions.
• Collaborate with the key stakeholders to develop and execute equipment validation consistent with Company methodology.
• Liaison between other technical experts & business users on project scopes and cross-functional dependencies
• Train production staff, as needed, for success deployment, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies (Knowledge and Skills needed for this position.)

• Organized and methodical in their work, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to change
• Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to interact and communicate effectively with personnel from all levels of the organization
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations that require sound decision making
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, and analytical skills
• Ability to successfully work in a matrix environment
• Ability to forge strong working relations with every level in the organization, including all internal and external customers and vendors
• Strong collaboration and knowledge sharing to train and coach fellow technical colleagues
• Excellent ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize actions to support organizational goals.
• Self-starter, able to work independently and lead/instruct co-workers in a manner that promotes teamwork and meets deadlines.
• Assertive and result-focused
• Highly proficient working knowledge of a variety of electronic and pneumatic sensors and controls

Desired Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related engineering field.

Experience:

• 3 or more years of automation/manufacturing experience with demonstrated ability to execute project deliverables that meet scheduling and cost requirements.
• 3 or more years of experience with, or a combination of, electrical controls, PLC interfaces, robotics, vision systems, and mechanical design for automated work cells.
• 2 or more years of Project management experience preferred.

• Travel: This position may require limited travel for new organization equipment launch and direct knowledge sharing with enterprise stakeholders.

Other Information

Direct reports:

None

Indirect reports:

None

Working Environment:

Our facility is in Bloomington, MN.

The position will be working in the Operations area.

Physical Demands:

Able to stand or sit for long periods of time.

Able to lift 25 pounds by self and 50+ pounds with a team lift. (i.e. Sitting, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, etc.)

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday. The daily hours are 8-10 hours per day.

Ability to work occasional weekends and holidays

About Us

At ReSound, people with hearing loss are at the heart of what we do. In an ever-smarter world, we think big and challenge the norm so that we can transform lives through the power of sound. A life that empowers you to hear more, do more and be more than you ever thought possible.

What We Offer

As a leading medical device manufacturer, we value our employees and offer competitive wages and benefits including:

- Generous Benefits including PTO and Paid Holidays

- 401k with Company match

- Paid Parental Leave & Transition Back to Work Benefits

- Company HSA Contributions

- Free Hearing Aids for Family Members

Equal Opportunity Employer

GN Hearing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to cultural diversity in the workplace. GN Hearing openly supports and is fully committed to the recruitment, training and promotion of all individuals, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, maternity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance or any other classification protected by state, federal or local law or ordinance. Founded in 1869, GN group today operates in more than 90 countries across the world and has more than 6,000 employees. View The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement.

E-Verify

GN Hearing / ReSound participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify poster here. View the Right to Work poster here.

Disability Accommodation

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected]. This email is provided for the purpose of supporting applicants who have a disability that prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Emails left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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