Body Shop Automation (Robotics/Vision) Engineer

Description
Work Arrangement:
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Arlington ASSY on a full-time basis.
Relocation:
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
The Role:
Our team is looking for an experienced Automation (Robotics and Vision) Engineer to have the opportunity to work in a team environment to continuously improve production equipment and processes utilizing the latest automation control technology. Candidates must be capable of performing in a highly technical Global Robotics, Vision and Controls environment assigned to Body Shop.
Candidates will help troubleshoot equipment issues and manage small to medium sized projects on a wide variety of equipment that progresses the organization to the next level of manufacturing effectiveness.
Arlington Assembly Plant is a 3 Shifts/6 days Production operation Plant; candidates for this position will be required to rotate between first, second, and third shift on a periodic basis and availability to support weekend work activities based on area specific needs (including support during scheduled Holiday downtime).
What You'll Do: (Responsibilities):

• Enforces safe work practices as the highest priority.
• Responsible for robotics and vision engineering & electrical support (robotics and vision modifications and continuous improvement of production processes).
• Investigates systems and equipment problems and provides technical input in problem resolution. (Practical Problem Solving and Root Cause analysis).
• Provides technical support, direction, and training to Maintenance Personnel/Skilled Trades within the organization.
• Actively participate in the Bodyshop projects from the corporate office:
• Provide direction from the plant related to project scope, issues, risks and schedule.
• Handle issues to closure.
• Suggest improvements to reduce on-floor execution and down time.
• Guide and approve hardware and software designs done by suppliers.
• Guide and approve robot simulations and vision analysis done by suppliers.
• Communicate project status and ensures all plant internal customers are aware of progress through project meetings, status reports and reviews.
• Represent plant during buyoff at supplier's site.
• For Bodyshop internal projects:
• Responsible for in-house engineering of hardware designs, software designs, emulation, integration and commissioning.
• Coordinate project timing schedule, design deliverables and safety aspects with Bodyshop and Plant team.
• Coordinate installation, tests and startup of internal projects.

Your Skills & Abilities: ( Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' experience in any Automotive companies or Software Companies with Automation background.
• In depth Knowledge of FANUC Robots - Hardware, Software, Programming and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge on Robotic applications like spot-welding, arc-welding, dispensing, roller hemming etc.
• Knowledge of Karel Programming for FANUC Robotic Systems.
• Knowledge of Vision Hardware and software (i.e. Photoneo and Keyence Applications).
• Knowledge of Machine Vision hardware/software (Matrox).
• Knowledge with vision guided Robot Applications (i.e. INOS, Perceptron, Fanuc Vision).
• Background on control systems and/or control systems in automotive assembly plants.
• Familiar with PLC hardware and software (Rockwell preferable), HMI (Siemens preferable), Drives, Networks.
• Be able to read Electrical/mechanical drawings, layout and have design capabilities.
• Ability to understand electrical and electronic requirements for mechanical equipment's
• Robot interface with other equipment (PLC, Line Controller, Other Machines etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues
• Analytical ability and creativity to solve unusual and difficult problems.
• Ability to work with intercultural, multi-disciplinary & remote teams to achieve functional goals.
• Strong ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Strong follow up to handle multitasking.
• Flexibility to change quickly from one assignment to another as priorities change.
• Understanding of manufacturing and tooling processes required.
• Quick Learning & functional expertise.
• Project management and site execution skills
• Ability to organize, plan, prioritize and execute projects with a keen attention to details.
• Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time or higher based on business needs.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ Years of experience in in any Automotive companies or Software Companies with Automation background.
• Body Shop Assembly Process experience
• 2+ years of experience of Vision Hardware and software (i.e. Photoneo and Keyence Applications).
• 2+ years of experience of Machine Vision hardware/software (Matrox).
• 2+ years of experience with vision guided Robot Applications (i.e. INOS, Perceptron, Fanuc Vision).
• Experience on Siemens HMI will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of interface to upper-level systems.
• Basic Knowledge on programming skills such as XML, C#, J Script, VBA, Python etc.
• Experience with Robot simulation studies and experience on Robot simulation software will be an added advantage.
• Ability to understand legacy equipment & propose solutions in case of upgrades.

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