Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

2300 Vierling Drive West, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 United States of America Why Oatey? Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter? - Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer-Automation will identify, scope, and implement automation projects as well as partner with design, manufacturing engineering and cross-functional business team members to develop efficient solutions to advance manufacturing technologies Position Responsibilities Design and build of automated work cells including concept development, detailed mechanical and electrical design, component selection and control software programming Analyzes machining and assembly cycle times to provide continuous improvement to reduce cost, improve quality and on-time delivery Develops cost effective processes and procedures for the manufacture of parts and assemblies in conformance with established specifications and customer requirements in conjunction with production personnel Designate, modify and/or make recommendations for the procurement of equipment necessary to produce parts and/or assemblies Project management for deployment of complex automated systems; develops manufacturing cost estimates to support quoting activities; sourcing of the shelf automated solutions Develop and maintain clear and accurate documentation of automation equipment or processes including CAD drawings for cutting tools, jigs, and fixtures; standard work instructions Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests; deployment to the production floor and operator training on machine procedures Knowledge and Experience Fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design Thorough understanding of PLC control, including ladder logic, servo control, and robotics Thorough understanding of electro-mechanical measurement systems including distance, proximity, and thermal devices Thorough understanding of electro-mechanical actuators, including servo, pneumatic, and VFD Problem-solving and creative thinking will be required to troubleshoot problems as they arise and find effective solutions Excellent mechanical aptitude Detail-oriented, mechanical knowledge Ability to communicate well to other members of the development team 3+ years of experience in operations/manufacturing environment Basic understanding of ISO9001 and LEAN Proficient in manual machining, fabrication preferred Conceptual understanding of CNC machining preferred Allen Bradley proficiency and Solidworks proficiency preferred Education and Certification A Bachelors Degree in Engineering discipline or related field Compensation Range for the Position: $67,078.00 - $85,524.50 - $103,971.00 USD Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent. Oatey Total Rewards Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support. Equal Opportunity Employer The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Protect Yourself from Recruitment Scams Oatey is committed to a safe and transparent hiring process. Please be aware of fraudulent recruiting communications. How to recognize official Oatey communication: Emails will come from @oatey.com or oatey@myworkday.com We do not use unofficial or misspelled domains What Oatey will never do: Ask for payment or fees at any stage Request sensitive personal or financial information early in the process Make a job offer without interviews If something seems suspicious, do not engage. Instead, verify roles through our careers site and please make us aware by contacting recruiting@oatey.com. WORKING AT OATEY We value our associates and provide opportunities for growth. Oatey is a collaborative, diverse workplace attracting the brightest minds and creative thinkers in our industry. We constantly challenge associates to come up with new ideas and reward them for their efforts. As a result, many of our associates choose to stay and build long term careers at Oatey. http://oatey.com/careers