Automation Engineer
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Job Description
Automation Engineer
Location: Charleston South Carolina US
SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design development and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6000 employees we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors pen injectors and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018 with key operations in Sweden Taiwan and the US we are united by a commitment to innovation impact and growth. Together we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive inclusive and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.
Job Overview
This role is embedded in the Manufacturing Engineering group within our Global Operations Engineering team at our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in North Charleston South Carolina. Together with the rest of the team you will drive and support manufacturing automation with a particular focus on SHLs automated material handling intralogistics systems and the digital systems that connect them.
Main Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary automation SME for SHLs automated intralogistics systems including but not limited to: the automated Pallet Warehouse (PWH) Automated Servus and Retrieval System (ASRS) component handling/conveying systems palletizing/packing lines and all auxiliary hardware required to effectively run those systems (robots conveyor systems automated retrieval robots etc.)
- Serve as a core team member on the Equipment & Automation sub-team responsible for driving site-wide automation improvements and troubleshooting
- Gain an understanding for the hardware specific processes associated with them and the underlying software responsible for controlling the systems including the digital business systems (MES EAM etc.)
- Understand the SAP MES and EWM integration well enough to guide non-SMEs and troubleshoot potential issues associated with those transactions
- Develop additional documentation to help end-users navigate daily operation of the equipment and troubleshoot common issues
- Lead & support troubleshooting and issue resolution of critical production systems to minimize unplanned downtime
- Collaborate with peers to identify equipment improvement initiatives and drive and/or support them to completion
- Lead and support the identification of novel manufacturing systems and software for next gen manufacturing systems. Promote use of new technologies and industry-leading trends. Provide highest level of technical expertise
- Performs other related duties as assigned. Role seniority based on applicant experience.
Skills and Qualification
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent education/experience required
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working with automated material handling and/or intralogistics equipment (conveyors AGV/RGV robots etc.)
- Experience interfacing with digital business/manufacturing systems SAP and Siemens platforms preferred
- Knowledge of common problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies
- Knowledge of common industry equipment devices and sensors (pneumatics robotic arms servo-controlled devices common sensing instruments etc.)
Preferred: (nice to have)
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
- Effective analytical technical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent intercultural and interdisciplinary communication skills
- Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency effectiveness and cost
- Passionate & committed self-starter with can do attitude team player and taking responsibility to get the job done
We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
- Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
- Position in a dynamic international team of highly skilled professionals
- Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization
Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings including but not limited to a drug test employment verification reference checks and a criminal background check.
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Employment Type
Full Time
