Systems Engineer

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Conceptually designs automation, motion control, and robotic solutions to meet the expectations of the customer order.
• Performs internal design reviews with all project disciplines.
• Delegates, mentors, and directs Commissioning Engineers and Associate System Engineers.
• Writes the scope of work and the design workbook for the project.
• Works with the Project Manager to ensure an overall great customer experience.
• Gives technical guidance to design, controls, and software engineering.
• Configures and assists in the setup of the robotic program and vision systems.
• Provides equipment startup supervision or assistance at JLS and at the customer site.
• Collaborates with customers to solve technical problems.
• Supports meeting project deadlines and project budget estimates.
• Advises customers as a technical expert before and after the sale.
• Supports creation of drawings, documentation packages, and user manuals.
• Works with purchasing department to acquire material necessary to complete projects.
• Responsible for approving purchase requisitions as applicable.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, Systems, Automation, or other related engineering field.
• 4+ years of technical/professional experience within a related industry.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical prints/schematics.
• Ability to prioritize when tasked with multiple projects at the same time.
• Possesses qualities to be able to productively lead a group of 2-5 members.
• Capital equipment design knowledge preferred.
• Experience in the food packaging industry, is preferred.
• Basic understanding of safety standards and knowledge of sanitary standards is preferred.
• Knowledge of project management, motion control, robotics, vision systems, and automation is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D software is preferred.

Work Environment

• Corporate office that requires regular use of desk, computer, keyboard, mouse, phone, and printers.
• May be subject to cold, wet, or hot manufacturing environments for periods of 8 hours or more.

Physical

• Lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs.
• Fine manual dexterity.
• Often sit and stand for extended periods of time.