Okuma America Corporation · 14 hours ago
Automation Engineer, OFA
Okuma America Corporation - CHARLOTTE, NC 28278
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expOkuma America Corporation is seeking an Automation Engineer responsible for supporting design, integration, installation, and troubleshooting of automation and robotic systems for CNC machine tools. The role involves diagnosing complex issues, providing customer training, and collaborating with internal teams to enhance product offerings.
Consumer ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Support design and integrate automation and robotic systems for CNC machine tools
Install, commission, and support Okuma automation systems (robotic cells, gantries, pallet systems, material handling solutions)
Travel to customer sites to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automation systems and robotic equipment
Perform root cause analysis across mechanical, electrical, robotic, and control systems
Provide remote technical support to customers and distributors
Document service activities through detailed reports and technical feedback
Develop technical bulletins, troubleshooting guides, and 'how-to' manuals to enhance distributor self-support
Deliver customer training on automation systems and best practices
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to communicate field issues and improvement opportunities
Direct technical support for Okuma automation systems as required
Creating and maintaining project schedules
Electromechanical systems troubleshooting
Develops and performs training for Okuma, Distributor, and end-user personnel
Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices
Performs other duties as assigned and explores opportunities to add value
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Electronics, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience with industrial automation systems, robotics, PLCs, and CNC-integrated automation preferred
Hands-on experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing robotic systems and gantry automation
Strong mechanical/electrical background (alignment, sensors, servos, pneumatics, hydraulics)
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage a range of responsibilities and competing priorities while working under pressure to meet deadlines
Superb time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet regular and frequent deadlines
Ability to read and interpret CAD/CAM - 2D & 3D
Ability to create technical documentation
Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs, installations, maintenance, and repairs
Understanding and application of national and international standards such as ISO, OSHA, ANSI, and current RIA robot safety specifications
Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
Exceptional ability to speak and write effectively in a business environment
Exceptional ability to ask necessary questions
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and willingness to adapt to change and take initiative
Ability to sit continuously for approximately half of the normal work shift, and stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for approximately half of the normal work shift
Ability to lift and carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
Ability to stoop, crouch and reach
Ability to talk or hear continuously
Ability to see clearly to do all work-related tasks (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less)
Finger dexterity is required frequently for over 3/4 of the normal work shift including operating a phone, computer/ electronic equipment, and electronic tools
Maintain annual OSHA safety certifications as required by job duties
Driving record that is insurable
May need to travel occasionally (up to 70%)
Preferred
Industrial robot training preferred (FANUC, Yaskawa, KUKA, ABB, UR etc.)
Company
Okuma America Corporation
Okuma America Corporation is the US based affiliate of Okuma Corporation, a world leader in the development of computer numeric controls.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dominick Patriarca
Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy
Wade Anderson
Vice President | Engineering & Factory Automation
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