Automation Engineer

Company Description: Six Sigma Microelectronics (the services division of Winslow Automation Inc.) is the industry expert in the soldering and modification of high-reliability integrated circuits for space telecommunications military and medical industries. With 35 years of experience we are one of the few remaining semiconductor manufacturing companies in Silicon Valley and we are here to stay! We believe in doing it right the first time and doing the right thing all the time. Our team of 100 employees is continuously growing and we need honest reliable and fun individuals to join us.

Why Join Us

• Stable high-technology company Fun-loving team members.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing PTO Vision Dental Health Holidays.
• Close to BART and light rail.

We are currently hiring an Automation Engineer.

Position Summary: Join our small team of Automation Engineers here at Six Sigma as we continue to develop novel solutions to novel problems. Utilize a combination of electrical mechanical and computer engineering as you build highly complex custom machines to automate and optimize our in-house soldering processes. Work with our diverse team including Quality Materials Process and Automation Engineering to implement the machines and solutions you design ensuring our products are the highest quality they can be.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize mechanical electrical and computer engineering fundamentals to design prototype and implement automated machinery for in-house use.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop and maintain design and process requirements.
• Generate maintain and execute project plans for building new machines and improving old machines.
• Perform engineering evaluations and qualifications to verify and validate machines.
• Create documentation detailing the design build instructions and work instructions of machines.

Qualifications:

Education: B.S. or greater in Mechatronics Engineering Robotics Engineering or equivalent.

Experience: Two plus years of experience preferred.

General Requirements:

• Experience designing mechatronics systems and/or tabletop machinery.
• Experience with embedded systems and hardware-software integration.
• Experience with mechanical CAD using SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar software.
• Experience with electrical panel design and general electrical engineering concepts.
• Experience designing and generating electrical schematics.
• Experience using power tools.
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or programmable automation controllers (PACs) and their programming languages (ladder logic structured text function block diagrams etc.).
• Familiarity with low-level programming languages such as C Rust Verilog or any assembly language is a plus.
• Familiarity with machine vision hardware (lights cameras lenses) and software (image filtering object detection measuring and gauging) is a plus.
• Logical trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented.
• Good organizational skills.
• Fast learner self-motivated and accomplishment driven.
• Ability to work productively in a small-team setting and occasionally work solo.
• Skilled in use of MS Office computer applications.

Physical Attributes Required:

• Sitting standing walking and computer use up to 8 hours/day.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Physical ability to lift 25 pounds.

Employees Enjoy:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance.
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account).
• Life Insurance and Long-term Disability.
• Paid Holidays & PTO.
• 401(k).
• Profit Sharing.

This position requires handling of product or information which is subject to ITAR regulations. Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. a Green Card Holder).

Required Experience:

IC