Job Description
Job Description
Engineer (Development)
The Engineer (Development) is responsible for the development and engineering of robotic 7th Axis Rails and robotic dress designs for the Product Plus Group (PPG). This role focuses on mechanical and controls design to help drive customer satisfaction along with overall profitability.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter, problem-solver who has experience with linear axis design, drive sizing, FEA, DFM, and GD&T in various applications and demonstrates the ability to develop controls and mechanical prints.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Engineer new standard rail products
- Facilitate testing of new products and prototypes (rails and rail components)
- Peripheral rail equipment validation (lube systems, cable carriers, cabling)
- Develop 3D models and drawings for robotic 7th Axis Rail products, add-on/bulkheads, and robot controller interface packages
- Hold engineering design reviews and maintain a high level of engineering accuracy following ISO procedures
- Provide regular communication/status updates to project team members and management
- Provide customer support including application and implementation guidance and design approvals
- Release approved engineering packages in ERP
- Support Continuous Improvement of engineering standards and refinement of ISO processes
- Manage costs through efficient engineering and focus on lower cost solutions
- Support manufacturing/integration efforts including testing plans for run-off validation and production process plan
- Create and deliver technical presentations for internal and customer training
- Support failure analysis and troubleshooting efforts and present root cause and corrective action to customers
- Support integrators and line builders integrating and installing new robotic applications
Additional Responsibilities:
- Support product testing and prototype builds
- Support sales and quoting efforts as required
- Coordinate outside contract support when needed
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or dual background) or related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum three years of industrial automation design experience with a CAD software package
- Ability to read and create electrical interface drawings, robot manuals, and mechanical prints
- Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD drawing suites
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience with robotics in various applications, including robot interfacing and peripheral equipment integration/operation
- Linear bearing specification experience
Required Competencies:
- Analytical, problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills, able to manage multiple complex issues while staying detail-oriented
- Team player who works well independently in a somewhat unstructured environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including presenting to groups at all levels internally and externally
- High level of competency in Windows, Oracle, and MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Physical & Mental Requirements:
- Majority of time is deskwork
- Some time spent at manufacturing sites, standing/walking on concrete floors
- Good visual acuity, hearing, and speaking required
- Ability to multi-task, learn new processes, and meet deadlines under productivity quotas
- Willingness to work overtime when required
- Occasional domestic and international travel (5-10%) during critical project phases