Glidewell Dental · 3 weeks ago
Automation Engineer (Memphis, TN)
Memphis, Tennessee
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGlidewell Dental is an industry leader in dental technology, known for its agility and cutting-edge technology. They are seeking an Automation Engineer to provide application/control systems design and development for CNC milling machines and to support machine control systems in production environments.
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Responsibilities
Provides application/control systems design and development for systems of varied complexity with particular reference to miniature CNC milling machines
Maintains and integrates control systems for machine tool applications, including PC-based, and CNC-based systems
Evaluates alternative system solutions to meet stated requirements
Develops and operates PC control systems for multi-axis motion systems
Modifies program/system logic involving multiple systems and subsystems
Assists in build and commissioning of production CNC machines and custom automation projects
Interacts with maintenance personal and customers to support machines in field as necessary
Develops and tests CNC machine control systems; defines machine parameters and tunes servo systems
Conducts analytical studies on engineering proposals to develop designs for equipment, machines, and subsystem components
Translates computer-aided design models intro a series of commands that control the movements of machine tools
Imports CAD models into CNC programming software to define dimensions and features of the part to be produced
Analyzes CAD models and engineering specifications to determine the appropriate tools and most efficient sequence of tool operations
Confers with other research personnel to clarify and resolve problems, and develop designs
Prepares electrical system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics
Analyzes test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance specifications
Evaluates, writes, and modifies motion programs to increase machine performances
Perform other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or minimum five (5) years of related experience in lieu of bachelor's degree from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been demonstrated/achieved
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in industrial controls or factory automation field
Prior experience with C++ and/or Python
Prior experience with multi-axis PLC controls required
Preferred
Prior experience setting up CNC machines is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K with company match
Company-paid life insurance
Additional onsite dental services
Vacation
Holiday
Sick time
Employee gym (with fitness classes and meditation room)
Employee medical/wellness center (with massage therapy and acupuncture)
Two company subsidized cafes
Internet cafes
Employee lounges with big screen TVs
Game tables
Fun company sponsored events
A diverse work environment with over forty nationalities represented
And much more!
Company
Glidewell Dental
Glidewell is America’s largest digital dental lab, pioneering industry-first innovations that expand what’s possible in restorative dentistry.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sergei Azernikov
VP of CAD/CAM Software Development
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