Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description: The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will drive the investigation and implementation of automation applications and practices while providing leadership and planning for their introduction into new and existing manufacturing lines. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for working to identify, define, develop, and deliver automation applications, utilizing key suppliers and integrators in deploying solutions for existing product lines, NPI's (New Product Introductions) and product transfers. Identifying and deploying new technologies and solutions will be vital in delivering increased assembly repeatability and productivity. This is an advanced-level engineering position. Job Responsibilities: - Define/develop/design automation concepts; work with key vendors/integrators to deliver cutting edge solutions, perform proofs of concept, and work with local teams to deploy automation into production. - Work to identify high ROI applications and operations, conduct feasibility studies and DOE's to develop concepts and reduce assembly risk. - Lead, manage, and develop key automation solutions for NPI and critical manufacturing productivity projects. - Work extensively to leverage and manage outside vendors/integrators to deliver automation solutions to our various manufacturing areas. - Research and study industry trends, helping Trijicon stay current with new automation innovations. - Create training materials, provide technical training on automation process technologies, and take part in training deployment strategies across the business. - Applying creative solutions and ideas, driving productivity and quality in the manufacturing of our products utilizing key automation technologies like collaborative robots, AI, and traditional automation techniques. - Be a part of our New Product Introduction process (NPI's) to influence designs to incorporate design for automation standards so low-cost solutions are part of initial production release. - Contribute and often lead continuous improvement initiatives. - Job responsibilities include implementing Electronics Assembly Automation, Collaborative Robots (Universal Robots, Omron, Fanuc, ABB...), fixed automation, digital torque, Visual 2 & 3D Inspection, OEE, digital dash boards, data collection, SPC, AI, general automation technologies, integration of PLC's. - Perform other tasks as assigned. Job Requirements: - 3+ years' experience using, applying, and deploying various automation technologies from concept phase through final implementation into production. - Demonstrated program or project management skills of internal/external integrators. - Demonstrated experience owning production processes / growing capability in yield, quality, and capacity. - Experience developing technical documents - ability to write / perform FMEA's, Equipment Risk Assessments, ERS's (Equipment Requirements Specifications), Validation Plans. - Experience with controls automation design and safety standards; AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent, and other relevant industry standards. - Demonstrated troubleshooting, analytical and planning skills. - Area expertise in the automation and controls technologies field. - Ability to work independently across diverse business and manufacturing lines. - Demonstrate strong communication skills (written and verbal) to all levels of the organization. - Ability to identify and implement Best Practices. ** ** Education Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in electrical/Automation, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or related bachelor's degree. Desirable Skills: Masters/PHD in Engineeri