Process Engineer (Automation Controls Engineer)

Job Description

Are you ready to join a dynamic global gear technology group and be part of a company that promises to "wow your world"? IMS Gear, a leading producer of gear technologies for the automotive industry, is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Automation Engineer (hands-on).

About IMS Gear:

With a history spanning over 160 years, IMS Gear has consistently grown, thanks to our customer-centric approach, problem-solving expertise, and an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies. Headquartered in Donaueschingen, Germany, we operate globally with a workforce of about 3,600 employees across Europe, North America, and Asia.

You support our team as

Process Engineer (Automation Controls Engineer)

Reports to: Business Unit Manager

We are currently seeking a skilled Process Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for debug and failure identification along with problem resolution on 4 automated assembly lines and various other injection molding and metal processing automations.

Job Type: Full-time, 08:00 am to 04:30pm

Work Location: In person (Gainesville, GA)

Responsibilities:

Conduct machine and process capability studies and make improvements as needed

Supports in FMEA, APQP and Control Plan creation and review process

Develop suggestions for investments & give recommendations

Conduct complex commissioning / acceptance of equipment and machines

Select released suppliers for indirect material, request and evaluate offers in coordination with supplier

Define process parameters and ensure adherence

Create and adapt work instructions

Develop automation concepts, support process development for new projects, coordinate with Industrial Engineering and implement

Prepare, evaluate and coordinate complex solution concepts constructively

Carry out complex and constructive examinations on function, layout and design of machines and electrical installations (feasibility), select/modify components

Develop and carry out the construction of smaller complex process solutions

Modify and implement complex existing processes, functions and elements constructively (e.g. extend existing installations)

Commissioning of processes and measuring systems

To program machine controls and teach robots

Ensure safety of machines and installations and design and implement preliminary tests (feasibility study and specifications)

Identify and implement potentials for savings

Develop and implement measures for process optimization, initiate implementation incl. new partial process solutions and modification of manufacturing processes

Participates in 8D problem-solving activities (internal/external), analyze complex alarms and remove root causes

Keep automation maintenance history up to date and ensure exchange of information in SharePoint

Support beyond BU-level in case of complex process changes and faults

Determine root causes for complaints and develop corrective actions

Plan spare parts requirements and initiate orders

Introduce employees to installations, instruct them and create training material

Supervision of interns and bachelor students

Ensure compliance with guidelines and regulations (environment according ISO14001, compliance, work safety) with company and BU-standards.

Initiate process improvement projects using data-driven and statistically designed experiments to enhance quality, reduce cost, enhance safety, and increase earnings

Assists quality department to verify process parameters and monitor functionality of quality related devices

On call when required

Other duties as assigned

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and minimum 3+ years relevant work experience

Skills Requirements:

Manufacturing and IATF Standard experience preferred

Technical writing and logical hands-on problem solving skills

Project management experience with cross functional teams

Ability to work in metric and inch

Knowledge of Data Bases and OT, IT connection, electrical installation high voltage

Thorough knowledge of statistics

Ability to work in a team environment

Self-driven and motivated to learn

Capable at reading schematics (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic)

Computer Skills (MS Office)

Knowledge or experience with the following (desired):

Open ACS

Bosch Indra Drive

Oracle Database

Beckhoff IPC

TwinCAT 3

IBH Soft PLC

Siemens Step 7 classic

Labview

Mitsubishi Scara

Kuka Roboter KR C4

Pilz PNOZ Safety control

Cognex Camera

Trumpf laser marking

LPKF laser welding

Keyence cameras

Baltec

ATEQ

Some of your Benefits:

401 (k) & 401 (k) matching

Health, Dental, Medical, Vision insurance

Company Paid Life insurance

Company Paid Short term and Long term disability insurance

15 Days of paid time-off and 10 paid holidays

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and slip resistant safety toe shoes

IMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

8am to 4:30pm

Full-time