Mechanical/Controls Senior Research Engineer
Mechanical/Controls Senior Research Engineer
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Job Description
Avery Dennison is seeking a Mechanical/Controls Design Engineer to join our Engineering Technology group in Azusa CA. The Engineering Technology group is responsible for developing optimizing and implementing proprietary process technologies and equipment for our manufacturing plants worldwide. Technologies can include; manufacturing RFID devices precision coating extrusion thermal embossing drying/curing lamination and other web-based processes such as printing and label converting. This position will lead and/or support project execution through all phases from concept design to scale-up to commercialization and requires close collaboration with vendors and Avery Dennison plants globally.
Responsibilities
Design and analyze complex mechanical and/or controls systems with a focus on tight tolerance machine design and high-speed manufacturing systems.
Support and lead global projects that require mechanical design controls engineering and process expertise.
Inspect install and commission proprietary equipment and automation systems in manufacturing facilities worldwide.
Coordinate and manage resources including outside vendors and Avery Dennison divisional personnel to ensure that the equipment processes and automation solutions provided meet all requirements and specifications.
Design and test necessary prototypes/experiments in support of design and project objectives including advanced automation concepts.
Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including control system specifications schematics and programming standards.
Potentially lead and mentor junior engineers providing technical guidance and project oversight.
Qualifications :
5 years of relevant engineering industry experience with a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Automation Engineering or a related field. A Masters Degree is a plus.
Must possess strong mechanical design and/or controls/automation design skills along with a deep understanding of process technology. Capable of taking complex projects from concept design through commercialization.
Demonstrated proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools and/or Controls/Automation software (e.g. PLC programming environments HMI design).
Good drafting skills; familiar with GD&T ASME Y14.5 Standards (for mechanical focus).
Knowledge and experience in Finite Element Modeling for structural heat transfer and fluid flow analyzes a plus (for mechanical focus).
Knowledge and experience with industrial control systems including PLCs HMIs VFDs robotics and sensors (for controls/automation focus).
Ability to work hands-on with equipment machines automation systems and inspection devices.
Proven analytical mindset for overcoming complex engineering challenges and problems.
Must be willing and able to travel within the US and internationally.
Excellent organizational and planning skills; ability to handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and manage project teams effectively
Additional Information :
The salary range for this position is $100k - $130k / year.
The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range and in some circumstances may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to a candidates relevant skills experience education and training and location as well as the job scope and complexity responsibilities and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
