Sr. Automation Engineer, Powertrain

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<div>Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.</div></div><p> </p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As a Sr. Automation Engineer, Powertrain, you will be responsible of insuring new and existing control systems meet throughput, safety and quality requirements for production, as well as designing and developing continuous improvement projects according to the company's needs. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">You will: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Have familiarity with equipment control systems, equipment I/Os and basic machine coding logic</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Work with layout engineering to prepare and </span><span data-contrast="auto">optimize</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Powertrain line layouts </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working with the following equipment: robotics, end of arm tooling, pick and place automation, position sensors, </span><span data-contrast="auto">material handling</span><span data-contrast="auto">, fluid dispensing, vision systems, conveyor and laser cleaning and welding </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop company level, factory level, and line/machine level controls standards and specification for application by internal equipment development team and external partners </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Create data management and tracking communications network architecture and interface with cross-functional teams for product, processes and quality traceability control implementation </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Architect, write and debug PLC ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable. PLC code will interact with subsystems such as conveyors, robots, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), LabView, machine vision, and 3rd party equipment </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Implement (ANSI/</span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">RIA15.06/OSHA</span></span><span data-contrast="auto"> compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high volume manufacturing equipment </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Enforce application of Lucid Motors standards, Manage external integrators during specification, design review, design approval </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Establish test plans and control test plan execution at Vendor and at Lucid Motors facility during installation and buy-off </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Train Maintenance and Production teams to support automated equipment after deployment into production </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Create machine interactions with plant-wide Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to communicate product acceptability, machine status, and process variables </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time, improve availability and yield </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">You bring: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s Degree in Controls Systems Engineering, Electrical and Control Engineering, or Automation and Control Engineering and at least 5 years of professional experience</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">5+ years of experience in an Automation Engineering role, automotive industry experience is preferred </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">In-depth knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI/</span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">RIA15.06</span></span><span data-contrast="auto">, OSHA)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">PLCs and Safety PLCs (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Human Machine Interface (Ignition, FactoryTalk Optix, Siemens WinCC) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Field bus Networks (Ethernet IP, PROFINET, Safety rated field bus networks) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Serial communication (RS-232) between PLCs and instruments </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ethernet communications between machine PLCs and database systems </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated excellence in programming PLCs. Must have a well-defined methodology for maintaining code structure and organization. Ability to program state machines for complex processes which involve multi-station parallel processing, pick and place automation, data acquisition, and PID control. Proven ability to design fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (LVDT and pressure transducers, dispense systems, temperature controllers, DC nut runner torque controllers, current and power meters, etc) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience interfacing with and programming Fanuc Robots is a plus </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc) is desired </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is highly desired </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of production quality metrics is a plus </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to use 3D CAD packages such as with SolidWorks and CATIA is a plus </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p class="p1"><strong>Additional Compensation and Benefits</strong>: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)</p>
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