Process Engineer Automation and Materials Handling
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Job Location:
Oak Ridge, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Process Engineer Automation and Materials Handling supports the development implementation and optimization of automated manufacturing and material handling systems within complex industrial and production environments. This role works across process development automation and facility teams to ensure efficient safe and reliable movement of materials through manufacturing operations from raw material receipt through finished product handling.
Responsibilities
- Design develop and support automated and semi-automated material handling systems including conveyors robotics automated guided vehicles (AGVs) gantries lifts and transfer systems.
- Support integration of automation and material handling systems with manufacturing processes utilities and facility infrastructure.
- Develop and document process and system designs including process flow diagrams (PFDs) system layouts equipment specifications and automation architectures.
- Support the selection specification and procurement of automation and material handling equipment sensors controls and related components.
- Collaborate with controls electrical mechanical and facility engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.
- Support process automation efforts including sensor selection control logic development data acquisition and system validation.
- Perform process analysis simulations and throughput modeling to optimize material flow capacity reliability and safety.
- Support installation commissioning and start-up of automation and material handling systems.
- Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) maintenance plans and troubleshooting guides for automated systems.
- Support quality assurance activities including inspections testing and documentation to ensure compliance with safety regulatory and operational requirements.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to automation efficiency system reliability and operational safety.
- Participate in hazard analyses and safety reviews related to automated equipment robotics and material handling operations.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians supporting automation and material handling systems.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to standardize engineering workflows automation standards and documentation practices.
- Maintain professional communication and documentation standards in all interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical Industrial Mechatronics Chemical or related Engineering discipline from an ABET EACaccredited program is required.
- 5 years or more of relevant work experience is degrees may be in lieu of some years of experience.
- Experience with automation systems and material handling equipment in manufacturing or industrial environments is required.
- Experience with robotics conveyors AGVs automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) or similar material handling technologies is strongly preferred.
- Experience developing or supporting automated process systems including sensors PLCs HMIs and industrial control systems.
- Ability to develop and interpret process and system documentation including layouts equipment specifications and flow diagrams.
- Experience supporting equipment installation commissioning and operational troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of applicable safety standards and codes related to automation and material handling systems.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and throughput optimization.
- Experience with 2D and or 3D engineering and manufacturing tools is preferred.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
Benefits:
All eligible employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance short/long-term disability life insurance 401(k) paid time off including holidays and tuition reimbursement.
EEO Statement:
MSTI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. MSTI is an E-Verify employer. If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability please email:
EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
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