Automation Engineer (Onsite)

ResMed • Los Angeles, CA

23h • $79,000 - $119,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to join our manufacturing support team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of automated systems within our manufacturing processes. As a Automation Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for optimization, troubleshoot control and mechanical system issues, and implement improvements to enhance productivity and quality.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with automated control systems and machinery.
• Proficiency with PLCs, robots, machine vision, servos, HMIs, and various sensor technologies utilized in modern automation systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to analyze mechanical and control interactions in automated processes.
• Experience with current safety standards, including ISO, IEC, and OSHA.
• Software skills desired in various languages, including PLC ladder logic, HMI design, structured text, Fanuc robot code, Python, SQL, LabVIEW, and Ignition.
• Experience with pneumatic and mechanical systems, including reading, understanding, and modifying mechanical drawings, electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledge of networked and distributed IO, Ethernet IP, and IO Link.
• Proficiency with design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks).
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand advanced automation systems, troubleshoot problems, suggest improvements, and implement changes in a production environment.
• Strong computer and communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks from concept through development and execution with minimal oversight.
• Capacity to work cooperatively and professionally with other disciplines such as production, maintenance technicians, manufacturing engineers, and management.
• Minimum 2 years of experience is Molding automation cell development and maintenance
• Development, validation, and maintenance of complex automated systems for medical device manufacturing cell.
• Knowledge of relevant business management systems (e.g., Microsoft software systems, GMP, Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies).
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Process qualification and validation within a regulated quality system environment.
• Strong technical documentation skills.
• Familiarity with industry quality standards and documentation practices.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment for high-volume production of discrete products.
• Extensive robot programming experience
• Familiarity with safety risk assessments and safety standards
• Able to demonstrate a sense of urgency and will have a willingness to learn new skills and face new challenges
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, including technical reporting
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Responsibilities

• Standardize the validation and maintenance of automation systems, ensuring processes are documented, procedures are created, and team members are trained and competent.
• Innovate and introduce new automated systems where appropriate.
• Maintain and troubleshoot existing automated systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis to resolve technical issues within automation.
• Budget for and manage resources required to support automated systems.
• Develop and direct engineering resources allocated to automation engineering.
• Working with competing priorities of the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and the achievement of early NPI development, within a strict regulated quality system environment.
• Represent automation engineering in collaboration with automation, manufacturing (PFT), and NPI engineering teams.
• Frequently interact with subordinates, stakeholders, and functional peer group managers, typically involving matters between functional areas or other company divisions.
• Lead cooperative efforts among project team members.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational objectives that align with the organizational mission.
• Implement organizational strategies through effective management of employees and resources.
• Ensure measures are in place to protect intellectual property and ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and other business systems.

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance.
• Employees accrue fifteen days Paid Time Off (PTO) in their first year of employment, receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level