Mechatronics Engineer, Equipment Design & Automation

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Mechatronics Engineer- Equipment Design & Automation!!

Location:Cardiff UK

Job ID: 44676

HID Global is seeking an Equipment Design & Automation Engineer to be an integral member of the Manufacturing Engineering NPI Team.

The Engineer is primarily responsible for design and development of bespoke equipment test equipment jigs & fixtures and equipment supporting incubation and contract manufacturing requirements.Primarily the focus is on new product introduction & sustaining effort with a focus on production processes for electronic products.

If this sounds like you keep on reading!

Who are we

HID powers the trusted identities of the worlds people places and things allowing people to transact safely work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin TX with over 4500 worldwide us out here: Access Control Solutions (PACS):

HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers credentials and controllers to mobile and biometric technologies HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people property and assets with scalable high-quality solutions.

This is more than just a job its your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.

Essential Duties

• Design automated equipment and fixtures in 3D CAD (SolidWorks AutoCAD) selecting appropriate components at the right quality & cost.
• Develop Industrial Control systems including PLC programming and motion control.
• Develop electrical schematics and wiring for automated machinery.
• Integrate automation cells and production equipment into manufacturing lines.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team across Manufacturing Engineering Product Engineering Quality and Operations.
• Own assigned NPI & Sustaining work packages from concept to FAT/SAT and handover to Operations.
• Commission equipment at HID and Contract Manufacturer sites; troubleshooting and optimize during mass production ramp up.
• Produce 3d printed samples of designs for rapid prototyping & validation.

Primary Duties

• Design equipment and jigs and fixtures.
• Prototype equipment jigs & fixtures and perform validation checks.
• Work collaboratively with equipment manufacturers and vendors to design cost effective solutions.
• Prepare Business Case and host reviews and ROIC.
• Boms and costings.
• Process capability and launch readiness.
• Project Management SAFe.
• Lean manufacturing principles and process optimization.
• Problem solving and trouble shooting under time constraints.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering (Mechanical Electrical Mechatronics or related) with equivalent work experience or at least 7 years related experience in Equipment design and/or Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience in Contract Manufacturing environments and NPI transfers is advantageous.
• Proficient in SolidWorks (or equivalent)
• Programming skills (Python C/C or similar) for custom automation scripts
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible decisive and proactive problem solver; team oriented and dependable.
• Proficient in MS Office applications such as Word Excel PowerPoint etc.

Advantageous Experience:

• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing and equipment manufacturingsuch as automation equipment (PLC programming motion control and automation principles)
• Proven experience deploying automation and bespoke production equipment and commissioning.
• Strong grasp of Lean manufacturing principles and process optimization and scaling for mass production
• Exposure to Advanced technologies Industry 4.0 concepts (IoT smart sensors data analytics AI and machine learning for predictive maintenance.

Work Requirements

• Compliance with all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality Security Safety Business Continuity and Environmental systems.
• Travel and fieldwork including international travel may be required. Therefore employee must possess or be able to acquire a valid passport.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which you are hired.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package.
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering allowing for work-life balance.
• A vibrant welcoming & inclusive culture.
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.

Why apply

• Empowerment:Youll work as part of a global team in a flexible workenvironment learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents skills and experiences. You dont need to check all the you have most of the skills and experience we want you to apply.
• Innovation:You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas including flexible work arrangements job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity:You are results-orientated reliable and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse equitable and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin disability age veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions please

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support not replace human judgment in the evaluation process.

HID is certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK reflecting employee feedback on trust collaboration and workplace culture.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day think of how many times you tap twist tag push or swipe to get access find information connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified trusted identity that can get you where you need to go without having to think about it.

When you join our HID team youll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group the global leader in access solutions. Youll have 63000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions supporting them with regular feedback training and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact and we encourage them to grow their role locally regionally or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board its important to us to have diverse inclusive teams and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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