Lead Automation Engineer

29 Nov 2024

Vacancy expired!

Eaton's Vehicle Group is currently seeking a Lead Automation Engineer to join our team. This position can be based at our Galesburg, MI, Southfield, MI, Kings Mountain, NC, Roxboro, NC or Kearney, NE facility. Relocation assistance will be provided. Position Overview: The primary function of this position is leading efforts to drive manufacturing efficiency through implementation of automation projects. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours. In this function you will:

  • Identify automation opportunities within the North American region.
  • Develop scopes of work for automation opportunities.
  • Establish a reliable automation supply base and work with them to obtain proposals for automation opportunities.
  • Prepare financial justification for automation projects.
  • Develop Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR) for automation projects.
  • Work with Finance and regional leadership to obtain CAR approval.
  • Manage capital and expense spending for assigned projects.
  • Procure equipment and tooling per project plan and standards.
  • Investigate, analyze and recommend new and/or alternate equipment and manufacturing methods.
  • Identifies and coordinates best practice implementation between multiple facilities.
  • Recommends and implements improvements to existing manufacturing operations, equipment and procedures.
  • Troubleshooting support for existing automation installations.
When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in automating manufacturing processes
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering
  • Experience managing suppliers to ensure on time project execution
  • Experience writing and debugging PLC ladder logic
  • Experience programming HMI's
  • Experience developing and implementing Robot programs
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • 6 Sigma Green Belt
  • Bilingual (Spanish)
  • Solid Modeling experience
  • Manufacturing Process Knowledge of some of the following:
  • Forging
  • Machining
  • Grinding
  • Assembly
Position Criteria:
  • Ability to define specifications for automation of manufacturing operations
  • Project Management skills to define, track and report on project status
  • Team-oriented, flexible, must be able to work with all levels of management
  • Recognize and define safety improvements for all aspects of manufacturing processes
What you'll get from us: We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.
  • Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
  • Healthcare/retirement savings programs
  • Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
  • Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs
  • Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)
As a contractor with the Federal government, Eaton is subject to the Executive Order mandating COVID-19 vaccination. As permitted by applicable law, the candidate(s) hired under this posting must provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines, or request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation exempting them from the requirement. Vaccination status will not be verified until after an offer of employment is provided, and candidates may also request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation at that time. Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We make what matters work. Everywhere you look-from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day-you'll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That's why Eaton is dedicated to improving people's lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters. We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We're ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we're committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.

Job: Manufacturing & Operations

Region: North America - US/Puerto Rico

Organization: VEH Vehicle Group

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Schedule: Full-time

Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No

Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time