Automation Engineer IV

An Amazing Career Opportunity foran Automation Engineer IV!!

Location: Austin Texas

Job ID: 46065

HID Global is seeking a Automation Engineer to be an integral member of the Manufacturing Engineering team in Austin. This role is essential for developing and optimizing production equipment with a focus on equipment functionality efficiency and performance.

The Automation Engineer is a handson developer and builder of manufacturing automation equipment responsible for designing developing modifying and optimizing solutions to meet HIDspecific manufacturing needs. This role requires actively researching and learning the automation equipment market to inform development decisions and accelerate implementation. The engineer will take a practical buildfocused approachdeveloping equipment from the ground up when required or creating hybrid solutions by modifying and enhancing commercially available or internally developed base equipment. This includes designing custom features addons and performance improvements to ensure each solution is purposebuilt robust and optimized for HIDs use cases.

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 employees.Check us out here:and 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.

Are you ready to make a difference Join us and help shape the future of security.

As our Automation Engineer IV youll support HIDs successby:

• Designing building and developing custom automation equipment and tooling to support HID manufacturing requirements from early concept through productionready deployment.
• Performing handson mechanical electrical and controls development including fabrication assembly integration testing and iteration of automation systems.
• Researching and learning the automation equipment market to inform development strategies and identify opportunities to accelerate builds through hybrid solutions.
• Developing automation solutions using a buildfromscratch approach when required or by modifying and enhancing commercially available or internally developed base equipment.
• Designing and implementing custom features addons and performance enhancements to existing equipment to meet HIDspecific use cases.
• Modifying new or existing internal equipment designs to add functionality improve reliability increase throughput or enable new product capabilities.
• Owning the prototypetoproduction lifecycle including proofofconcept builds validation testing production handoff and postlaunch optimization.
• Troubleshooting and debugging mechanical electrical software and systemlevel issues directly on the equipment.
• Collaborating closely with Manufacturing Engineering Operations Quality and suppliers to ensure equipment designs are robust manufacturable and support production goals.
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation including design concepts schematics drawings test results and build instructions.
• Identifying continuous improvement opportunities and implementing design changes that improve equipment performance uptime and scalability.
• Partnering closely with Operations Manufacturing Engineering Quality and Production teams to identify automation opportunities based on realworld operational pain points capacity constraints quality risks and safety concerns.
• Observing and analyzing existing manufacturing processes on the shop floor to define functional requirements and automation concepts that directly address current and future production needs.
• Translating operational requirements into practical automation solutions balancing technical feasibility development effort cost and longterm scalability.
• Leading the handson development of automation solutions including concept generation design trade studies prototyping testing and iterative refinement.
• Evaluating existing equipment and processes to determine when modification enhancement or partial automation is the most effective solution versus full replacement.
• Supporting deployment of automation into production including onsite debugging optimization operator support and earlylife issue resolution.
• Acting as a technical problem solver during production challenges identifying when automation improvements or design changes are required to restore or improve performance.
• Collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to integrate externally sourced equipment into HID operations ensuring required modifications and custom features are developed inhouse where needed.
• Contributing to standardization and reuse of automation concepts designs and components to improve development efficiency across projects.

YourExperienceand Background include:

• Desired Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar field.
• 7 years of Engineering Equipment Development experience.
• Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a dependable team player able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and be proficient at conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated experience in handson design build and modification of automation equipment in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proven ability to translate operational problems into practical automation solutions with direct involvement in development and implementation.
• Experience developing automation systems using a hybrid approach including modifying commercial offtheshelf equipment and adding custom mechanical electrical or controls features.
• Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical system design including component selection integration and troubleshooting.
• Experience building and iterating prototypes proofofconcept systems and production automation.
• Working knowledge of automation controls sensors actuators motion systems vision systems and industrial safety concepts.
• Vision systems experience a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement or process optimization concepts as they relate to automation.
• Strong collaboration skills with Operations Manufacturing Engineering Quality and external suppliers.
• Ability to document designs modifications and build standards clearly to support repeatability and longterm maintainability.

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 contact .

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.

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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