AUTOMATION ENGINEER

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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
Junior
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Automation
The Role
Designs, builds, configures, tests, and supports manufacturing robotics and automated production equipment. Responsibilities include robotics programming, controls and mechanical troubleshooting, vision-system maintenance, automation software and data-acquisition architecture, equipment sourcing, SOP development, personnel training, and process improvements to reduce cycle time and costs. The role collaborates with engineering, production, vendors, and global teams to implement reliable, high-productivity automated production lines.
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Job Description:
This position is responsible for designing manufacturing robotics and implementing automation processes for customer products.
                                            
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Building, configuring, testing and implement robots or automation equipments.
  • Capability on robotics programming and equipment/machine analyzing, troubleshooting, repair and development.
  • Designing software systems to control robotics.
  • Work closely with IE to implement automation processes to make a fully automated production line.
  • Data acquisition architecture planning for automation equipment. Responsible for equipment data read and write for fast and intelligently switching.
  • Work with vendors to source production equipment per designs.
  • Performing research into the design, operation and performance of robotic mechanism components or systems
  • Develop and maintain detailed work instructions/SOP (standard operation procedures) for automated equipments/machines.
  • Serving as technical support for the robotic systems.
  • Provide job and equipment training to trainers and other production personnel.
  • Work within Engineering team and with other functional teams to reduce cycle-time, cost down activity and resolve manufacturing issues in a timely fashion.
  • Work with global team on site improvement to increase productivity and precision levels thru automation projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
 
  • Electrical Controls - PLC, industrial PC / IPC, servo systems, safety circuits, electrical circuits, electrical troubleshooting, program control, and electrical control maintenance.
  • Mechanical - Modules, cylinders, transmission components, fixtures, lifting and transfer mechanisms, structural maintenance, mechanical adjustment, and replacement of worn parts.
  • Automation - Experience with Maglev systems and AGV design and operation
  • Vision Systems - AOI cameras, light sources, lenses, vision calibration, image parameter settings, vision alignment, and vision equipment maintenance.
  • Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • AutoCAD, Visio, SAP, and Six Sigma knowledge required.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving and prioritization skills.
  • Proven ability to function independently and multi-task.
  • Must have ability to remain flexible in a dynamic work environment.

Education and Experience:
 
  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2 years of directly related robotics, or manufacturing engineering experience.
  • Master degree in Robotics or Mechanical Engineering is a plus.  
  • Contract manufacturing experience is a plus.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • At least 2 years of directly related robotics or manufacturing engineering experience
  • Knowledge of electrical controls, including PLCs, industrial PCs, servo systems, safety circuits, electrical troubleshooting, program control, and maintenance
  • Knowledge of mechanical automation components, modules, cylinders, transmission components, fixtures, lifting and transfer mechanisms, adjustment, and parts replacement
  • Experience with Maglev systems and AGV design and operation
  • Knowledge of vision systems, including AOI cameras, lighting, lenses, calibration, image parameters, alignment, and maintenance
  • Knowledge of technical design, blueprints, drawings, models, and precision production plans
  • Knowledge of production processes, raw materials, quality control, manufacturing costs, and distribution techniques
  • AutoCAD knowledge
  • Visio knowledge
  • SAP knowledge
  • Six Sigma knowledge
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
  • Ability to work independently, multitask, and remain flexible in a dynamic environment
  • Master's degree in Robotics or Mechanical Engineering
  • Contract manufacturing experience

Foxconn Industrial Internet USA Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Foxconn Industrial Internet USA and has not been reviewed or approved by Foxconn Industrial Internet USA.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, mental-health support, and access to onsite care at the Wisconsin campus. Coverage is often characterized as comprehensive, with some roles noting strong affordability.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave are standard parts of the package. Time off is frequently described as a strong aspect of the offering.
  • Affordable Benefits — Employee-only medical premiums can be very low or even $0 on select plans. This affordability helps total rewards feel more competitive despite modest base pay in some roles.

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The Company
HQ: Mount Pleasant, WI
292 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Foxconn Industrial Internet USA (Fii USA) is a global leading professional design and manufacturing service provider of communication network equipment, cloud service equipment, precision tools, and industrial robots. Our goal is to provide our customers with intelligent manufacturing services for new forms of electronic equipment products centered on the industrial internet platform. Our Vision: Fii USA is creating technology solutions in 5G, IoT, and Industrial AI to aid businesses in transforming to the Industry 4.0 environment. Our Philosophy: Fii USA will leverage its’ 30 years’ experience in contract manufacturing to develop technology solutions that will guide businesses on their Industry 4.0 journey. We are building industrial IoT ecosystems grounded solutions that utilize 5G communication technology, 8K imaging data, Industrial AI, and high-performance computing. Our solutions are easily implemented, modified, and scaled to enable participation in the modern connected landscape.

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