Systems Engineer

About JLS®: We supply easy-to-use hygienic robotic packaging solutions for the food industry that solve complex packaging challenges.  JLS custom vision-guided primary and secondary robotic packaging systems are user-friendly, easy to operate, fast to start-up, and ensure both worker and food safety.  We have an exceptional customer-focused and employee-centered culture.  JLS® offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with an on-site fitness gym, monthly team luncheons, recreation activities, and 401(k) profit sharing options.

Position Summary: The Systems Engineer is the primary engineering resource for one or more concurrent JLS jobs. This position is responsible for the technical outcome of a project and requires competent leadership. Engineering tasks often include the configuration of robots and vision systems, CAD design, and specification of vendor-supplied equipment. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Systems Engineering Manager.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for technical project execution
• Conceptually designs automation, motion control, and robotic solutions to meet the expectation of the customer order
• Performs internal design reviews with all project disciplines
• Delegates, mentors, and directs Commissioning Engineers and Associate System Engineers
• Writes the scope of work and the design workbook for the project
• Works with the Project Manager to ensure an overall great customer experience
• Gives technical guidance to design, controls, and software engineering
• Configures and assists in the setup of the robotic program and vision systems
• Provides equipment startup supervision or assistance at JLS and at the customer site
• Coordinates and leads technical meetings between JLS and customers/vendors
• Collaborates with customers to solve technical problems
• Supports meeting project deadlines and project budget estimates
• Advises customers as a technical expert before and after the sale
• Supports creation of drawings, documentation packages, and user manuals
• Works with purchasing department to acquire material necessary to complete projects
• Responsible for approving purchase requisitions as applicable
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, Systems, Automation, or other related engineering field
• 4+ years of technical/professional experience within a related industry
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical prints/schematics
• Ability to prioritize when tasked with multiple projects at the same time
• Capability to work mostly independent and be a problem solver
• Possesses qualities to be able to productively lead a group of 2-5 members
• Capital equipment design knowledge preferred
• Experience in the food packaging industry, is preferred
• Basic understanding of safety standards and knowledge of sanitary standards is preferred
• Knowledge of project management, motion control, robotics, vision systems, and automation is preferred
• Basic knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D software is preferred
• Must be able to travel up to 25%
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Environment:

Environment: Corporate office that requires regular use of desk, computer, keyboard, mouse, phone, and printers. May be subject to cold, wet, or hot manufacturing environments for periods of 8 hours or more.

Travel Requirements: 25%

Physical: Lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs; fine manual dexterity, often sit and stand for extended periods of time.