**JOB DESCRIPTION**

**Job Title:** Automation Engineer

**Department:** Technical/Engineering

**Reports to:** **Mike Monahan**

**Location:** **Jackson, MO**

**FLSA:** Salaried

**General Responsibility**

The Automation Engineer will work in Manufacturing with a focus on implementation of the Commercial Business Unit Automation Strategy. Responsibilities include designing, building, testing, and implementing automation/robotics solutions that are productive and safe to operate as well as economical to purchase and maintain. The position will require approximately 50% of the engineer’s time be spent in the manufacturing environment evaluating and implementing improvements. The Automation Engineer must determine the needs of each application and customize the right robotics solution accordingly.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

· Lead and implement projects using innovative manufacturing concepts focused on process improvement

· Examine and assess the business case and tradeoffs of using new innovative manufacturing concepts

· Architect, design, specify, integrate and deploy robotic automation and equipment solutions

· Assess manufacturing processes for the feasibility of use of collaborative robot applications

· Create, gather and document requirements for automated solutions, including hardware and software requirements

· Design and create custom fixtures to fit the needs of specific automation solutions

· Planning the computer programs suitable for the robot installation.

· Develop cost proposals, efficiency studies, and quality control reports

· Review and critique product designs for cost and manufacturability

· Recommending physical changes to manufacturing locations to support equipment installation

· Prepare capital expenditure requests and manage spend

· Solicit quotations, qualify suppliers, and select equipment vendors

· Review process equipment progress and managing delivery schedule

· Implement automated processes to reduce labor dependency

· Act as liaison between Design, Manufacturing, Distribution, and Equipment Vendors

· Pilot and debug manufacturing processes for production-based environments

· Support / Review existing robotic solutions performance, debug and resolve issues as well as identify and implement improvements.

· Share “best practices” and successes with peers

**Minimum Qualifications**

· Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.

· 3-5 years of experience in a related field.

· Technical proficiency in some software applications.

· Project Management experience utilizing Tools / Software

· Strong cause-effect analytical abilities to solve problems.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Experience as Architect, designer in CAD, integrater and leader of the deployment of robotic automated solutions

· Experience Designing and creating custom fixtures to fit the needs of specific automated solutions.

· Create, gather and document requirements for automated solutions, including identifying HW and SW dependencies

**Preferred Qualifications**

**·** **Background and knowledge in manufacturing areas such as robotics, human robot interfaces**

**·** **Collaborative robot experience preferred with associated peripheral equipment (vision systems, force gauges, end of arm tooling options, etc.)**

**·** **Hands on experience with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical components.**

**·** **Experience with design and implementation of safety systems on robotic applications**

**·** **Relevant project experience conducting safety risk assessments**

**·** **Extensive simulation experience with tools such as RoboGuide, PSPICE, SolidWorks, etc.**

**·** **Proficiency with Fanuc software handling tools (Handling Tool, IRPickTool, PalletPro, and IRVision)**

**·** **Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python and Matlab**

**·** **Proficiency with controls programming technics (i.e. procedural, ladder logic, visual/block diagramming)**

**·** **Strong 2D CAD skills such as floor layouts and tooling designs**

**·** **Experience with 3D Design with software applications such as AutoCad, SolidWorks or CREO**

**Climate**

**Must work effectively in a fast-paced team and matrixed plant environment.** **Must clearly communicate business goals so associates understand how they contribute to the organization's success. Priority of the plant is to meet existing manufacturing demands as the environment transitions to a LEAN / PEAK environment.** **An adaptive and flexible approach is a factor for success.**

_Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, FoodSaver, Calphalon, Sistema, Sharpie, Paper Mate, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Yankee Candle, Graco, NUK, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Spontex, Coleman, Campingaz, Oster, Sunbeam and Mr. Coffee. Newell Brands' beloved, planet friendly brands enhance and brighten consumers lives at home and outside by creating moments of joy, building confidence and providing peace of mind. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.