Automation Project ME

Mazak Corporation is looking for an Automation Project Mechanical Engineer. The Automation Project ME performs tasks ranging from initial concept development / proposal to design and execute industrial automation solutions (including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotics & EOAT) for Mazak Corporation supplied automation solutions.

• Proactively attain a safe and healthy work environment for all employees
• Support pre-order clarification of customer / project requirements
• Development and support of sales concept proposals / order negotiation
• Design & detailing of mechanical hardware as required for multiple system projects; design and detailing of system component layout, floor layout, robot and accessory equipment layout / troubleshooting, mechanical / pneumatic / hydraulic components, machine integration support, cell safety (mechanical), hardware specific for each project
• Design administrative duties include attendance at project design reviews, prepare necessary documentation including bill of materials, mechanical drawings, mechanical operation manuals and final mechanical drawing file control
• Create and/or receive 3D simulation data as part of the design line-up
• Work within hardware design/build project budgets
• Execute design tasks using 2D & 3D CAD
• Work as part of a project team to complete project goals
• Assume lead design engineer role on assigned projects
• Maintain and track personal workload
• Ability to adjust schedule to satisfy customer expectations / needs
• 40%-50% travel is required to install, support, maintain customer / company projects

• Associate’s degree in a related technical field plus two years of experience in a machine tool related field, or five to seven years’ experience in a related position
• Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred

• Working knowledge of industrial automation, preferably robot automation and machine tending systems
• Knowledge of mechanical designs and design techniques
• Computer literate with knowledge of computer‑aided design software techniques (MS Office, 2D & 3D CAD techniques – Solid Works preferred)
• Knowledge of robot programming and machine tending / integration is highly desirable
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

EOE, including disability/vets

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