Job Description
*Design automated material handling solutions to establish new and improved existing material flows throughout the facilities. The design includes material arrival at docks, delivery to line-side locations, material transport between internal manufacturing lines, buffer/storage systems, robotic material handling solutions.
*Drive material flow strategies and dynamic manufacturing systems
*Develop analytical models to establish design criteria and overall system performance criteria
*Investigate and research advanced technologies to optimize material handling equipment and systems
*Concept development, detailed engineering design, and collaboration with system build and integration
*Develop RFQs, technical equipment specifications, procedures, and proper documentation
Required Skills & Experience
*BS in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience
*10 years+ of experience in material handling automation: AS/RS, electric monorail system, conveyance, mobile robotics (AGVs or AMRs), and robotic material handling
*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all organizational levels
*A passion to work on mechanical automation equipment, robots, design of electromechanical/pneumatic systems, motion controls and navigation & vision systems
*High mechanical aptitude
*Must understand the integration of equipment design into existing or new systems
*Values people, ethics, commitment, fun and an engaging culture
*Ability to apply principles of logical and innovative thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
*Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
*Proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA or similar modeling software
*A solid engineering background with hands-on design and development experience
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
*Knowledge of basic electrical systems such as panels, NEC/NFPA and safety standards
*Ability to design Pneumatic and Hydraulic circuits for equipment
*Ability to perform Structural FEA calculations
*Ability to perform motor sizing calculations for different applications
*PMP qualification an Asset
*CMSE qualification an Asset
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.