Robotics and Automation Co-op
Location
O Fallon, MO | United States
Job description
The Robotics and Automation Engineer is a key role as part of the Production Engineering Team. This Engineering Co-op will help drive improvements through automation and the continuous implementation of robotics throughout the company working with the Robotics/Automation Team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Work as a member of the cross functional support team for automated equipment.
- Help identify the root cause of machine issues and product quality concerns; work with operators, tool room, and/or manufacturers to develop and implement solutions.
- Develop and implement new processes and technologies to improve operator safety, product quality and efficiency.
- Develop ideas for improvements in assembly or fabrication by utilizing robotics and other automation systems.
- Use the data from tracking performance to implement changes to improve results.
- Develop training documents for operators, identify skills needed of operators.
- Work with operators and supervisors to meet or exceed safety, quality and production metrics.
- Work in a lean environment to continuously improve manufacturing processes.
- Create and update production area layouts using ACAD, Solidworks, and 3D Create Simulation software.
- Overall support for the Robotics/Automation team.
- Regular and reliable attendance in the office is required.
- Full time student, pursuing a b achelor’s degree in mechatronics and/or robotics preferred, but will consider Industrial, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
- Sheet metal fabrication/Assembly Line experience helpful.
- Experience with robotics and automation preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Access or ability to learn.
- A student currently in their junior or senior year is preferred.
- Above average written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lead people, obtain commitment from team members, and achieve results through others.
- Ability to be assertive and diplomatic when interacting with co-workers.
- Positive attitude, team player, and supports the direction and policies of the Company.
- Ability to think ahead, set daily and weekly goals, and create action plans to achieve results.
- Ability to multi-task and follow up on all open issues.
- Be the “support” mechanism for the internal customers.
- Proficient with ACAD, Solidworks, and Microsoft Office.
The duration of this co-op is May to December, 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Housing Stipend Assistance Program available to those who qualify.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company-paid background check required upon hire.
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