Automation Engineer

Insight Global is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join the team of one of their top customers in the tire manufacturing industry in Greenville, SC. This role is supporting the installation of large industrial equipment for their capital expenditure projects. This role requires someone to have strong project management experience and ability to do hands-on design work, as well as oversee the design work amongst the team. The engineer must be able to identify risk associated with certain projects from a safety perspective, and assess job scope, timeline, and cost. This is a collaborative role working with various team members and groups, so this person must have effective communication both internally and externally to keep project on track. Experience with Solidworks and Siemens TeamCenter is highly preferrable. Additionally, experience with robotics, AGVs, ASRS, AI and Vision Systems is a huge plus for this team as they are implementing various systems around automation. The hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with about 30% travel (depending on project load). The engineer must also be comfortable working weekends and/or later hours around plant shutdowns. This team has a strong company culture and they are looking for engineers who are ready to jump in and hit the ground running.

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FANUC and Yaskawa robotic background

Experience with Vision Systems, IO Equipment, Robotics, and AGVs

Project Management skillsProficient in PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens Allen Bradley, AC500) from scratch

5+-10 years' experience in automation/controls engineer or technician position

Strong electrical background in circuit design and panel builds

Knowledgeable with HMI and drive configuration and programming

Familiar with pneumatics and understanding schematics

Some experience with new product recommendations

Comfortable traveling as needed (~20%) within South Carolina and U. S.