Sr Automation Engineer

About the Company

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures, and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand products are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road and off-road vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. We serve leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) as well as consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. FOX Factory Holding Corp. is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why Join Us

We offer a fun, team-oriented environment where you can contribute to bringing great products to customers. In addition to competitive wages, you’ll have access to great benefits and employee discounts.

About the Role

This position interfaces with automation integrators to specify, install, document, and troubleshoot automation equipment for new and existing products and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage automation projects built by outside suppliers, including conceptual design, equipment specification, project management, factory acceptance testing, installation, and commissioning/debug.
• Provide automation and process control leadership, configuration, and ongoing support for 24/7 production plants.
• Identify potential process improvement projects and design/develop SCADA & PLC programs to address them.
• Lead project management and communication to ensure project objectives are clear, responsibilities are understood, and progress is tracked and reported.
• Develop, evaluate, and enhance manufacturing methods using knowledge of product design, materials, fabrication processes, tooling, and production equipment capabilities.
• Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow; design equipment and workspace layouts for maximum efficiency.
• Prepare Process Flow Charts, PFMEA (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis) documents, Control Plans, and Work Instructions.
• Collaborate with planning and design staff on product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and provide DFMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) feedback.
• Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and space utilization to facilitate production processes.
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing workflow, space, and equipment layout using Lean Continuous Improvement methods.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations and safety requirements.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, networking, and participation in professional societies.

Requirements

• Broad electrical background with hands-on experience in PLCs/HMI, robots, motion controls, and associated programming software.
• Familiarity with PC-based controllers/interfaces, including Windows, real-time multi-tasking OS/embedded systems, PLC, HMI, PID servo control, linear motors, robot controllers, stepper motor controllers, data acquisition, vision systems, power distribution, and low/high voltage system wiring to board-level design.
• Demonstrated ability to meet demanding deadlines and work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or related field); Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability in developing and implementing automation processes and equipment.

Work Environment

• Primarily an office environment.
• Ability to sit for long periods and use vision abilities to validate and enter data on a computer.

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts.
• Disability and Life Insurance.
• 401k plan with employer matching.
• Employee discounts.

Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.