Sr Virtual Solutions Engineer

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Handle the most complex and large-scale automation projects
2. Provide training, guidance and oversight to VSE’s.
3. Support efforts of Sales, Process Engineering, and Project Teams.
4. Review and provide input to customer proposals when requested.
5. Generate new solution layouts or continue development of solutions created during quoting.
6. Validate solutions through simulation software to eliminate as much uncertainty and risk in the intended process as possible.
7. This includes optimal part orientation, layout and robot reach optimization, payload analysis, tool/fixture access confirmation, and takt time analysis.
8. Direct Mechanical Design and Tool Design in implementing the validated layout for detailed design work.
9. Review the integrated System and Tool Design to confirm reach, part access, tool clearance, etc.
10. Create virtual work cells and Off-line Robot Programs when requested.
11. Become proficient with the 3D printer and Insight software.
12. Performs other related work and special projects.
13. Obeys company policies and procedures and observes all safety regulations.
14. Establish and maintain solution configurations within simulation software.
15. Collaborate with design personnel and project team to implement simulated solutions and manage change throughout the project lifecycle.
16. Evaluate manufacturing takt time through simulation.
17. Award authority to evaluate project and company risk.
18. Award authority to purchase on behalf of the company according to spend policy.
19. Award authority to work out of sequence.
20. Award authority to inspect for fitness of use.

Requirements

• Education: Four-year engineering degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience: Ten or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Advanced knowledge of laser equipment, processes, and applications.
• Advanced knowledge of arc welding equipment, processes, and applications.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Advanced knowledge of simulation / off-line programming software.
• Visual Components
• Robot-specific off-line programming software (RoboGuide, KukaSim, MotoSim).

Required Abilities

• Expertise interpreting and applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Creativity to explore multiple viable solutions and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of those options.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the technical arena.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail oriented and thorough in executing responsibilities.
• Effective working on multiple projects concurrently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of software.
• Ability to deliver results under pressure of a sale and/or a project schedule.
• Trustworthy and reliable team player.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a stationary position while programming and using software for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work within the manufacturing environment frequently while testing software, troubleshooting controls, and investigating issues.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder while working in the manufacturing environment.

Location(s)

8900 N. Harrison Street, Davenport, Iowa 52806, United States

Employment Type

Exempt

US Benefits Information

Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service
Paid sick time
12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year
Prorated for reduced hour schedules
Additional Benefits Offered:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSADependent Care FSAPaid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
401(k) plan with Company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance
Pet Insurance
Parental Bonding Leave
Bright Horizons Backup Care
Bright Horizons College Coach