Automation Mechatronics Engineer - The Toro Company

About the role

The Automation/Mechatronics Engineer will assist in troubleshooting, development, fabrication, programming, installation, documentation, and support of automated manufacturing equipment. Systems supported will include PLCs, controls, industrial robots, cobots, smart tools, run-up tables and other automated or “smart” equipment.

Responsibilities

• Specification, design, integration, programming, installation and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing equipment and systems to support fabrication, weld, paint, assembly and testing of finished goods.
• Help develop, deploy, and maintain documentation and software for equipment including schematics, maintenance spares lists, and operating instructions, and programs and other software.
• Collaborate with other sites to evaluate existing equipment for opportunities to upgrade for data acquisition, increased automation, efficiency, or additional functionality.
• Maintain development project budgets and inventory
• Consult or assist in modification of existing equipment to optimize performance or integrate new features
• Develop or assist in development of capital requests for projects
• Manage system development, optimization, and support projects effectively. Frequently report verbally and in writing on project status
• Supervise and mentor Mechatronics Technicians
• Provide formal and informal technical training to production associates, site mechatronics technicians, and other staff as necessary
• Support manufacturing lines by providing technical troubleshooting of automated equipment, including PLC’s and control systems
• Stay informed of new industrial technology and report how it can be utilized in the plant

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Electromechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Engineer II-Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in automated systems development and integration required
• Engineer III-Minimum of 5+ years of experience in automated systems development and integration required
• Working knowledge of automated electrical systems including electrical wiring, control circuits, programming, troubleshooting, etc.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems including AC standard and servo motor drives, PLC integration, electromechanical control circuits involving pneumatic and hydraulic components
• Experience in Ladder-Logic programming, AB PLCs, Rockwell systems software, UL, Fanuc, Kuka programming preferred
• Knowledge of automation, electrical, and safety compliance codes
• Flexible hours to cover off-hours support
• Strong mechanical aptitude. Desire to learn new skills and maintain knowledge of new technologies
• Must be independent, self-motivated, and open to technical mentoring

Qualifications

• Preferred experience includes:
• Experience in Ladder-Logic programming, AB PLCs, Rockwell systems software, UL, Fanuc, Kuka programming preferred
• Experience with computer drafting software such as AutoCAD, Creo, Windchill or similar (listed software would be preferred)

Skills

• Curious Learner
• Collaborative
• Detail-Oriented
• Problem Solver
• Customer-Centric
• Innovative

Benefits

• Health Care
• Dental Care
• Health and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between $77,000 - $112,000. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics.

Schedule

Flexible hours to cover off-hours support.