Airbus Aircraft · 2 weeks ago
Automation/Robotics Engineer
Mobile, AL
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAirbus is a leading aerospace company, and they are seeking a Robotics Engineer to join their Final Assembly Line Engineering Department in Mobile, AL. The role involves supporting operations needs related to robots and automated industrial assets, maintaining machines, and implementing solutions to enhance reliability and efficiency at the manufacturing site.
Aviation & Aerospace
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure the continued operation of robotic and other automation systems onsite, including preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and continuous improvement
Perform root cause analysis of failures, and propose remediation in a timely fashion with effective countermeasures
Analyze customer feedback including warranty requests and generate prioritized actions to address shortcomings associated with the Mobile Manufacturing Site (MMS)
Monitor customer satisfaction and machine performance
Perform troubleshooting and repairs in MMS
Perform application programming on specialized platforms with applications in automation and robotics
Serve as a liaison between Airbus operations and Airbus Robotics to resolve problems and inquiries
Where necessary provide basic training for the operators
Support early concepts of corrective designs and thoroughly test them with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
Help develop a strategy for the verification of the corrective designs and participate in verification activities
Level 2 is indicative of knowledge that can be applied with guidance or supervision
Exercises discretion and independent judgment in the application of specialized knowledge on work that is predominantly intellectual and for which the output produced or the result accomplished cannot be standardized in relation to a given period of time
Embraces company culture and values through exemplary execution and behavior
Contributes to company technical strategy
Holds themselves and others accountable
Guides and trains more junior members of the team
Troubleshoot and resolve electromechanical issues. This includes work with tools such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc
Will perform hands-on work to maintain robotics and automation
Maintain expert level of product knowledge and application
Assist in the design and development of new products and tools and provide support for various engineering design activities within the Airbus Operations scope
Travel domestically to OEM sites to perform training if needed
Maintain service records or documentation of equipment or systems
Establish and maintain positive customer relationships
Travel Required: 20% Domestic and International
Willing to make extended trips (1-3 months) to Airbus Robotics HQ in Seattle for initial extensive training
Qualification
Required
Eight or more years of relevant experience OR
Four or more years of experience with a Bachelor's degree OR
Two or more years of relevant experience with a Master's Degree
Troubleshooting electromechanical problems, identifying the most likely faults in the mechanical, electrical or software depending on the fault
Able to execute day-to-day work safely and without instruction or guidance
4+ years' experience testing and troubleshooting in Robotics or Industrial automation
Train customers and colleagues in maintenance and operation activities
Be driven to achieve customer satisfaction including qualities such as responsiveness, quality, and on time delivery
Demonstrated troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
Tenacious problem solver organized and detail oriented
5 years of industrial experience, preferably in the Robotics industry
Proficiency with machine shop tools: drill press, lathe, sanders, and band saw
Working knowledge of the following platforms: Windows 7 desktop and Linux embedded products
The knowledge and interpersonal capability to work within an engineering development team that spans multiple disciplines (electrical, software, mechanical, systems engineering)
Excellent skills with typical productivity tools such as Microsoft Office and Google Docs
Preferred
Motor tuning procedures for many classes of motors, especially DC brushless servos and associated PID tuning for point-to-point and free-running applications. This includes the ability to troubleshoot poorly performing motor systems and apply solutions through improved tuning parameters or techniques
Embedded system development including: circuit board development and troubleshooting, commercial microprocessor platforms and architectures (e.g. ARM), and memory management
Mechanical and electrical design tools such as Solidworks, Catia, Altium, etc
Safety risk assessments including: identifying risks, and appropriately mitigating those risks according to required performance levels
PLCs and safety controllers, especially Siemens products
Electromagnetic Compatibility, including emissions and immunity
Researching and selecting appropriate sensors for a given electromechanical design
Knowledge of standards such as ISO 9000
Excellent verbal and written English skills. Ability to communicate quickly, clearly, and concisely
Provide professional, consistent, calm, clear and confident oral and written communication
Works well in high pressure situations, during tight deadlines, and in front of customers
Knowledge of ASTM standards and testing methods
Beneficial: French, German
Benefits
Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).
Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
Company
Airbus Aircraft
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10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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