Robotic Automation Engineering Technologist

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering design and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions automated joining assembly and cutting systems plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert for its leading materials science software development automation engineering and application expertise which advance customers fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland Ohio Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11000 employees around the world with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Euclid 22801 Cleveland OHUnited States (US)
Employment Status: Salary FullTime
Function: Manufacturing
Req ID:24570

Summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a Robotic Automation Engineering Technologist for our Euclid OH headquarters. The primary function of a Robotic Automation Engineering Technologist is to implement and support automated processes to drive improvements in safety ergonomics quality productivity and cost reductions. The role heavily focuses on hands on implementation and support of robotic solutions that often integrate with other types of equipment and at times involve nonrobotic automation.

In addition to competitive pay Lincoln Electric offers a lucrative profitsharing plan student loan repayment program PLUS tuition reimbursement medical/dental/vision paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

What You Will Do:

Technical Support: Offer technical support for existing robotic and automated cells adeptly troubleshooting issues and refining processes for optimal performance.

Robot Programming: Technical expert programming robots and providing mentorship to colleagues

Documentation: Develop procedures documentation routings and other essential materials to streamline the manufacturing process and ensure consistency.

Solution Identification: Identify opportunities for implementing robotic and automated solutions to enhance manufacturing operations driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Vendor Coordination: Collaborate with vendors to conceptualize design size and quote new automation systems ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure.

Project Management: Lead projects for the implementation of new robotic and automated systems from conception to ensuring timelines and objectives are met.

Customized Design: Utilize Solid Edge to design customized fixturing and workholding solutions for automated systems optimizing functionality and efficiency.

Crossfunctional Collaboration: Foster collaboration across departments engaging with stakeholders at all levels (production to executive) to ensure alignment with organizational goals and strategies.

Flexibility and Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility in handling diverse assignments and shifting priorities maintaining efficiency and effectiveness in a dynamic work environment.

Continuous Improvement: Apply analytical problemsolving skills and a continuous improvement mindset to tackle realworld challenges and drive operational excellence.

Required Experience & Education

• Level III: Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline from an accredited college with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; alternatively Associate Degree in related field with 7 years of related experience possess; OR 15 years of handson experience in robotic automation.

• Level IV: Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline from an accredited college with a minimum of 9 years of relevant work experience; alternatively Associate Degree in related field with 11 years of related experience.

• Demonstrated expertise in implementing robotic and automated solutions with advanced programming skills and the ability to handle complex routines.

• Proven experience at programming robots and can perform higher level programming for more complex routines such as auto recovery.

• Possess and apply strong problemsolving skills with an analytical approach and attention to detail. Ability to apply continuous improvement methodology to solve real world problems.

• Computer Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint with a knack for higherlevel functions.

• Broad knowledge of engineering and scientific principles practices and procedures applied effectively in practical settings.

• CAD Experience: Solid modeling experience (CAD) with the ability to conceptualize and design components for automated solutions.

• Flexibility: Willingness to adjust work schedules when necessary and engage effectively with shop floor employees.

• Experience with Fanuc robotic programming and/or robotic welding preferred

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants without regard to their race color national origin religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status disability genetic information and any other category protected by federal state or local law.