The posting
Automation Engineer
Required Outputs Functional
- Identify potential areas of improvement in current manufacturing equipment or processes and drive the implementation of replacement equipment/processes
- Identify new technologies, processes, or standards that can be used in the supply chain of The Company to improve the manufacturing process
- Play a lead technical role in the development of new systems from an Automation Engineering aspect within larger team projects
- Provide support to outsourced automation projects, including: Creating documentation (e.g., user requirement specifications) Offering technical assistance Overseeing commissioning Supporting integration into current systems Providing long-term support to manufacturing and automation projects
- Offer manufacturing insight during new product development or major changes to existing products, to influence outcomes early in the product development life cycle
- Stay informed on new product development (especially in R&D) and collaborate through the full industrialization life cycle
- Provide technical support to current legacy equipment and systems
- Contribute to long-term manufacturing strategy development
- Transfer knowledge applicable to The Company's manufacturing processes and systems to other team members to build internal capabilities
- Continuously develop technical skills to remain an expert in automation
- Collaborate with senior personnel in manufacturing to enhance understanding of current systems and standards
- Implement effective communication strategies and integrate project planning between departments
Qualifications and Expertise Required
- BEng in Mechatronics or equivalent qualification
- 3 - 5 years experience in automation engineering and system development in a highly technological environment
- Understanding of electronic system design
- Understanding of mechanical system design



