Senior Automation Engineer

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Senior Automation Engineer will work in the Supply Chain Organization with a focus on Factory of the Future and lead the deployment of robotics and automation. Responsibilities include working with integrators to design, build, test, and implement automation/robotics solutions that are productive and safe to operate as well as economical to purchase and maintain. The automation engineer must determine the needs of each application and customize the right automation/robotics solution accordingly.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and prove out potential applications for next generation automation/robot use in consumer goods manufacturing environment
• Assessing manufacturing processes for the feasibility of use of automation/robotics applications
• Lead and implement research projects using innovative manufacturing concepts focused at improving process efficiency
• Examine and assess the business case and tradeoffs of using new innovative manufacturing concepts Process development and procurement of automation equipment.
• Planning the computer programs suitable for the automation/robotic installation.
• Preparing specifications for the automation's capabilities as they relate to the work environment.
• Developing cost proposals, efficiency studies, and quality control reports.
• Reviewing and critiquing product designs for cost and manufacturing.
• Preparing appropriation requests and managing spend.
• Developing equipment specifications for deployment and use.
• Soliciting quotations, qualifying suppliers, and selecting equipment vendors.
• Reviewing process equipment progress and managing delivery schedule.
• Implementing automated processes to reduce labor dependency.
• Acting as liaison between Design, Manufacturing and Distribution 
• Piloting and debugging manufacturing processes for production-based environments.
• Recommending physical changes to manufacturing locations to support equipment installation.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Make/Buy analysis and capacity evaluations.
• Product value analysis. 
• Propose, evaluate, and implement automation opportunities to support quality improvements, cost reductions, and capacity increases.
• Troubleshoot process problems.
• Provide input to various manufacturing locations on process limitations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach and grasp for varying periods of time during working hours.
• Must be able to tolerate high temperatures while working in the plant, especially during the summer months.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

            Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering) specializing in robotics/automation.  Special consideration is given to candidates with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience and hands on experience with Collaborative robots.

Must be able to work well as team member. They must be able to communicate their ideas effectively and have a proven track record of execution.  Other technical requirements include the following:

• Background and knowledge in manufacturing areas such as robotics, human robot interfaces
• Experience with Collaborative robots and all associated peripheral equipment (vision systems, force gauges, end of arm tooling options, etc.)
• Experience with Plant/Facility design/layout software.
• Use of computer-aided design and drafting, and computer-aided manufacturing (CADD/CAM) systems.
• Hands on experience with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical components.
• Experience with 3D solid modeling software, including design, simulation, testing, and drawing creation.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.