Automation Engineer

SUMMARY: Reporting to Senior Engineering Manager, the Automation Engineer will Provide technical guidance from concept through design, development, system delivery, commissioning and validation.

• Design process improvement and execute in-house automation projects.
• Liaise with Engineering team to identify opportunities to improve systems.
• Keep abreast of latest developments in industrial automation technology and introduce them to plant wide operations to achieve cost savings and improve productivity.
• Develop automation procedures to support and maintain process lines.
• Participate in Preventative and Corrective Maintenance Programs to improve OEE.
• Implement and support automation systems for manufacturing and packaging.
• Assist in setting up new machines and transferring equipment to different plants.
• Provide automated solutions on budget and on time.
• Conform to the requirements of the quality and environmental management system.
• Additional ad hoc duties as assigned.

• Degree/Diploma in Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a medical device manufacturing engineering role is desirable.
• Effective communicator and influencer across multi-functional teams, with the ability to manage internal and external customers’ requirements.
• To be a good team member, fully motivated to achieve and demonstrate best practices in line with the department and site objectives.
• Project Management training is advantageous, with experience working on projects from conception to completion. xcfaprz
• Knowledge of medical device validation protocols and associated documentation
• Implementation experience of validation protocols
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Solid Works is desirable
• Lean and six sigma knowledge
• Strong process engineering background
• New product introduction experience
• Strong team player, with the ability to work on own initiative.