Robotics and Automation Engineer

Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with fellow engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to understand the requirements and scope of the robotics project.                         
• Identify the automation needs and solution for the plant based on current capability and capacity and the future programs with automation technology required to meet the increased capability and capacity.                                                                                                   
• Develop programs for robotic and automation processes to support the manufacturing process                                                                                                         
• Provides technical support and troubleshooting services for robotic systems            
• Lead a team of robotics technicians in daily troubleshooting activities                                        
• Assist with continued development and management of robotics apprenticeship program
• Ensures that robotic machines operate safely, dependably, and with precision; identifies and implements modifications                                                                                               
• Apply sound ergonomic and safety practices in all functions of manufacturing process, equipment, and facilities.                                                                                                          
• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods using data collection, analytical analysis, and experience.                                                                                         
• Evaluate New Technologies and Processes in support of improving Manufacturing Efficiencies, Productivity, Cost Saving, and/or Product Quality.                                          
• Develop Capital Cost Justification for New Product Tooling, Equipment, Cost Savings Initiatives, etc.                                                                                                                            
• Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.                                              
• Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.                                                                                             
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.                                                                                 
• Understand and implement Lean Manufacturing Principles such as Continuous Improvement, Blitzes, KanBan, Line Balancing, TPM, Takt time, etc.                                   
• Work closely in a team environment with engineers, supervisors and manufacturing personnel and promote company principles                                                                                     
• Work closely with maintenance personnel in troubleshooting problems as needed and equipment installation and set-up                                                                                        
• Participate in factory and site acceptance testing for new capital robotics and automation equipment   
• Other duties as assigned by Manager in support of Manufacturing Operations                                                                                                 

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in related field with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ work experience in robotics and/or automation space.                                                                               
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and other Continuous Improvement Methodologies                                                                                                             
• Proficient with SolidWorks and AutoCAD                                                                                                
• Ability to write reports, business correspondences, and procedure manuals     
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.                                                         
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions      

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

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ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.