AME Automation Technician

Job Responsibilities

Assist in the assembly and qualification of automated manufacturing equipment/system consisting of: Mechanical and pneumatic assembly of automated equipment/systems Electrical wiring of panels/junction box/controls (plc, servo motors, digital/analog input/outputs, HMI, etc.), robotics, and accessories through a list of cables and schematics. Label cable/hoses and modify the cable list and schematics as needed. Cable management and cable termination with welding and pressing tools. Machining/drilling and simple milling jobs. Verify continuities and power supplies using digital multimeters. Acquisition and ordering of parts. Maintain a list of materials and costs, as well as register them in the project area. Installing equipment on the production floor using layout drawings AC/DC systems, including motion control, precision switches, and low/high voltage applications. Understand and use mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics Assist in the development of electrical/electronic equipment and mechanical hardware. Recommend, test, and evaluate mechanical and electrical components or changes when making process improvements. Assist engineering personnel in testing and evaluating new technologies, equipment, or techniques. Assist in the development of equipment/project documentation. Provide troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Assist in solving automation production problems.

Basic Qualifications

Technical Degree or in Electromechanical/Mechatronic, Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience). Knowledge of basic instrumentation, including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, analog-to-digital converters, and digital I/O. Ability to perform manual assembly with the use of light machinery/hand tools. years of experience in a similar position/area. Proficient with mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical hand tools Knowledge of mainframe and Windows-based PC applications. Ability to work with multifunctional teams Availability to travel (-%). Ability to speak English (%).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with robotic and automated cells. Ability to troubleshoot and program Fanuc Robotics. Ability to troubleshoot and program Allen Bradley PLC processors. Knowledge of CNC equipment. Practical knowledge of the D/D CAD drawing package or solids modeling program. (Draftsight & NX Prefered)

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