Senior Automation Engineer

Senior Automation Engineer

Plymouth MN 55441 USA

PRI Robotics & Automation (www.prirobotics.com) located in Plymouth, MN is an experienced integrator of robotic systems with an extensive history of providing a variety of productive manufacturing solutions.  Our small and capable team solves manufacturing needs such as machine load/unload/tending, welding, dispensing, material handling, assembly, and material removal with custom designed automation solutions.  We seek a highly experienced and talented Senior Automation Engineer to lead our system design, application and mechanical design process.  This multi-discipline position is our go-to internal resource for creating and designing solutions. 

For this position, we seek an Automation, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or Systems engineer with deep experience in automation design.  This Senior-Level role offers an experienced engineer leadership and hands-on responsibilities from concept & machine design through testing & implementation in delivering a wide range of custom automated solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with sales team on application/automation solution design
• Produce technical concept drawings and / or technical descriptions for proposed solutions
• Design and detail solutions in SolidWorks and collaborate with Project Management and Electrical / Controls team members during the product design stage
• Collaborate with design team on problem resolution and troubleshooting
• Contact and utilize expertise of suppliers, seeking input on component capabilities
• Specify purchased components such as motors, gears, and automation components to complete product/system build
• Serve as technical contact during product build and oversee testing
• Provide technical documentation and technical support as needed

Qualifications and Experience:

• A bachelor or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, or a related engineering field or a combination of education and experience is required
• A minimum of seven years of experience in automation design, machine design, development, and engineering of automation equipment
• Strong engineering fundamentals and experience designing custom manufacturing automation, as well as experience working with equipment suppliers
• Experience with machining/machine shop or welding capabilities, highly desired
• Robotics experience preferred

This opportunity is well suited to an experienced individual that seeks an environment where they have the opportunity to lead and fully develop unique and custom solutions for a variety of clients and industries.  PRI Robotics & Automation offers competitive annual compensation, opportunities for continued success, education and full benefits.

To Apply:  please forward your resume to our hiring resource, Red Seat:  pri@redseat.com.  Red Seat is not a recruiter or employment agency, but a contract HR company assisting us in the hiring process.  For more info, call Red Seat direct at (612)-405-2574.  We will confirm receipt of your resume within two business days.