Automation Engineer Apprentice

About the role

The Automation Engineering Apprentice (AEA) will learn to focus on equipment troubleshooting and maintaining material handling equipment (MHE) such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, and control cabinets. During on-the-job learning (OJL) you will work with complex high-performance manufacturing systems and will learn to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair systems to maintain process efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative/corrective maintenance and basic troubleshooting of robotics and robotic work cells
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment components
• Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachs, etc.
• Aid with basic electronics and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) troubleshooting

Requirements

• Must be able to move up to 49lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, as well as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year RME Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (MRT) Experience, Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays, Able to commute to specified site, High school diploma or GED equivalent, 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office products and applications, Able to enroll in, attend, and complete a 12-week training at a designated training area (Location to be determined post-interview)

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or controls field, Experience with PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment, Experience with robotics work cells and its control systems, Experience with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs, Experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment, Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings