Automation Engineer

Numero de Requisicion: 63889

Corning es vital para el progreso: en las industrias que ayudamos a dar forma y en el mundo que compartimos.

Inventamos tecnologías que cambian la vida utilizando la ciencia de los materiales. Nuestra experiencia científica y de fabricación, nuestra curiosidad ilimitada y nuestro compromiso con la invención con propósito nos colocan en el centro de la forma en que el mundo interactúa, trabaja, aprende y vive.

Nuestra inversión sostenida en investigación, desarrollo e invención significa que siempre estamos listos para resolver los desafíos más difíciles junto con nuestros clientes.

Nuestro segmento de comunicaciones ópticas acaba de evolucionar de ser un fabricante de fibra óptica y cable, hardware y equipos para convertirse en un proveedor integral de soluciones ópticas líder en la industria, abarcando la industria de comunicaciones más amplia. Este segmento se clasifica en dos grupos de productos principales: red de operador y red empresarial. El grupo de productos de red de portador consta principalmente de productos y soluciones para infraestructuras de comunicaciones de fibra óptica para servicios como comunicaciones de video, datos y voz. El grupo de productos de red empresarial consta principalmente de redes de comunicación por fibra óptica dirigidas a negocios, gobiernos y personas para uso propio.

Purpose of Position.  

As a Senior Automation Engineer, your role is to drive automation initiatives, develop new manufacturing processes, and enhance existing ones to meet CPK/SIGMA targets and ensure CSC Compliance. You'll document processes, standardize procedures, and conduct data-driven Root Cause Analyses (RCAs). Your expertise in automation and process optimization will boost our competitive edge and innovation. You'll also identify automation needs for new product introductions and capture any intellectual property arising from projects. 

Major responsibilities and tasks of the position. 

General:  

• Develop and execute a comprehensive automation strategy aligned with company goals, optimizing manufacturing processes, quality, and efficiency 

• Lead and facilitate data-driven Root Cause Analysis for process and equipment failures, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions 

• Lead cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, assess feasibility, and prioritize projects based on potential impact 

• Enforce standardization across manufacturing processes, reducing variability and enhancing process consistency 

• Manage multiple automation projects with a complex scope, many variables, and stakeholders across multiple functions/divisions/countries 

• Document and protect intellectual property arising from automation projects, contributing to the company's competitive advantage 

• Coach Bands A, B , CC 

Main activities but no limited: 

• Plan, organize and execute work-streams on projects to deliver process improvement and step change capabilities 

• Evaluation process cost, quality, and capability alternatives, institutes continuous improvements to existing manufacturing operations through process automation/semi-automation 

• Project work scope typically includes equipment selection (design, development) manufacturing installation, start-up, and acceptance (Pilot, Pre-Pro Runs & EEM) 

• Role includes individual contributor and project work-stream leadership responsibilities 

• Develop and trial complex mechanisms, involving electromechanical solutions and full integrations  

• Work with and facilitate alignment between manufacturing, development, and innovative technology implementation 

• Manage internal Corning resources to complete project deliverables 

• Interface with external machine builders, system integrators, and suppliers to specify and deliver fully integrated process machine systems on-time, on-budget and fulfilling the technical scope, provides site support on RCA and Design reviews  

• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and methods to resolve challenges 

• Utilize statistical tools, engineering data, and DMAIC/DESGN/Lean/MEE/TRIZ methodologies to develop equipment, fixtures and automates solutions to improve manufacturing processes. 

• Support development and execution of finishing technology strategy, roadmap, and project portfolio, participates on re designs  

• Elaborate equipment qualification plans, generates IP documentation and Complete technical reports  

• Support equipment problem-solving in manufacturing, including root cause identification and resolution when exceeds Controls team capabilities  

• Participate in Stage Gate (RA, LA, GA) defined. review  

• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. 

• Participate in equipment and fixturing solutions related to improve process KPI’s  

• Introduce safe and ergonomic devices and processes to enable a safe work environment. 

• Propose and implement Kaizen and Safety iKaizen (ergonomic devices and processes) to enable a safe work environment; support and perform 5S implementation in work area to achieve Plant goal 

• Support Global equipment development and deployment projects  

• Provide electrical, mechanical, controls engineering and technical expertise in equipment and fixturing solution creation on all automation projects 

• Internal subject matter expert in design and development of automated solutions 

• Lead technical support when controls requirements exceed associate capabilities. 

• Leads projects involving design, fabrication, off-line integration, testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel and technology transfer. 

Minimum Knowledge and Skill Requirements. 

1. Education.  

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering Degree or higher in relevant discipline, Master’s degree a plus 

• Bilingual (English and Spanish) 

2. Work Experience 

• 5 years required, 2 years desired of experience as Engineer in Process/Manufacturing, Quality, NPI or Product Engineering in a multi-product manufacturing environment using Statistical Process Control or/ and Quality Control & Risk Assessment 

• 2 years’ Experience in programming PLC (AB RS Logix, Control Logix, Siemens S7 and G&L) 

• 3 years of Equipment Development experience 

3. Competencies 

• Leadership 

• Project Management skills 

• Driven results 

• Strategic mindset 

• Ensures accountability. 

• Communicates effectively.  

4. Additional Skills.  

• DMAIC Green Belt certified, DMAIC Black Belt certification desired, PQA Green Belt experience a plus 

• Working knowledge of manufacturing Process Control (Error-Proofing method application and Statistical Process Control recommended, Customer complaint resolution a plus, Quality Management Systems utilization a plus, etc.) 

• Demonstrated record of Quality and Process improvement projects using Six Sigma, DMAIC, or equivalent process improvement methodology  

• Strong critical thinking skills is required (methodological approach) 

• Statistical training with experience applying concepts such as Process Capability and Measurement System Analysis, DOE’s, Linear Regressions, Sample Size Calculation, etc 

• Professional knowledge of MS Office (particularly MS Excel software, MS Word, SPC XL desired, Visual Basic a plus) 

• Knowledge of Minitab, SPC or equivalent statistical software is required 

• Demonstrated Project Management experience  

• Ability to manage and participate in both short- and long-term projects 

• DESGN/DMAIC /IPIC/TRIZ/MEE 

• Business Financials knowledge 

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills required 

• Must be an initiative-taker, coach, able to work in a team environment and motivate others, while being capable of working independently in a dynamic, business/manufacturing environment.  

• Able to design automation equipment 

• Strong Ability to program in ladder logic 

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