Job Responsibilities:Functions as an automation expert and trains Automation Engineers (Mechatronics) and Equipment Engineers.Acts as an expert and consultant in programming robot arms, vision systems, PLC, HMI, and servo motors.Plans, recommends, and executes cost reductions.Verifies equipment, machinery, and tools in automation, making pertinent suggestions for improvements.Actively participates in the introduction of new automatic processes.Develops and details project work plans including the use of Gantt charts for multiple projects.Maintains and updates automation project matrices for the entire automation area.May coordinate groups of Automation Engineers.Develops work procedures for production equipment and follows up on them.Quotes and follows up on the purchase of materials, parts, and items necessary for project completion.Maintains documented and updated manufacturing processes and other operations affecting the plant.Participates in determining the feasibility of automation and semi-automation requests for Engineering requirements (Manufacturing, Quality, NPI, etc.).Proposes ideas in the design of automation and semi-automation equipment for new or existing products and process improvements.Analyzes, proposes, and makes modifications to the design of existing manufacturing and test equipment in response to product design changes.Adds safety considerations arising from the design of automatic and semi-automatic manufacturing and test equipment.Prepares dimensional analysis of new equipment for manufacturing and/or testing using computer packages (e.G., Solid Works, AutoCAD) to ensure correct interaction with medical products.Provides support to departments where manufacturing and test equipment presents problems.Minimum Requirements:Minimum 3 years of verifiable experience in manufacturing processes, preferably in medical devices.Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and regulations applicable to the medical industry.Compliance with GMP rules and/or regulations, and all National and International Quality standards according to the Quality Manual.Professional career in Mechatronics Engineering or related field with strong communication and organizational skills.Proficient in computer packages including Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc.Spoken and written English proficiency at 90%.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, JIT, Kaizen, TPS, and Six Sigma production systems.#J-18808-Ljbffr