Lear Corporation · 5 hours ago
Automation Mechanical Engineer II
Comstock Park, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLear Corporation is a leader in innovative automotive technology and manufacturing solutions. The Automation Mechanical Engineer II will lead and manage automation projects, focusing on design and implementation of automation cells and components, while collaborating with various teams to enhance efficiencies and quality.
AutomotiveManufacturingProduct Design
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leading, Supporting, Implementing, and Managing Automation projections while driving innovation in advancements
Develop Automation cell concepts, design EOATs, components, different mechanisms and assist with developing documentation standards
Project lead other Integrators as a subject matter expert
Work closely with Automation team, ASI Project Managers, & Lear manufacturing teams, to develop systems and complete projects
Provides machine, mechanism, and tooling design along with drawing creation while under minimal technical supervision
Prepares drawing packages for manufacture and assembly, ensuring they are complete and accurate, meeting all customer drawing requirements as well as proper drafting standards
Collaborates with shop members prior to and during the build
Deliberates with Automation Controls engineers to design for integration and select pneumatic components
Uses SolidWorks & DaftSight to develop equipment, machine, mechanism, or EAOT designs that meet customer specifications and the company quote
Develop predictive maintenance indicators to increase reliability and reduce downtime
Supports legacy cell designs
Shares design methodologies, productivity tools, standards, processes, and legacy information for increased knowledge and experience within the company
Mentors less experienced design staff and assists in the development of concepts and design methodologies for projects
Work with integrators on outsourced cells to ensure they meet the Lear Standards
Qualification
Required
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's degree
5+ years' experience in a machine design role at an automation/machine build shop
Knowledge and experience with raw materials, fabrication processes, and other techniques for maximizing the fabrication efficiency of equipment through the shop
Experienced in drawing creation for assemblies, weldments and details to include all dimensions, tolerances, and documentation to allow the manufacture and assembly of designs that meet specified requirements
Motivated to initiate and implement tasks, strategies, and techniques in a goal-oriented manner to increase productivity and profitability
Technically creative with an understanding of mechanical functions to provide solutions in a robust and economical manner
Capable of evaluating quotations, specifications, and documentation to discern functional requirements, identify missing information, and define tasks for mechanical designs
Organized and flexible in work functions allowing for dedicated, multitasking, and task interrupted duties
Analytical and decisive to define, evaluate and solve problems in an organized process
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with competency in computer and Microsoft Office products
Ability to collaborate in team environments while maintaining individual duties effectively
Communication with suppliers/Integrators to aid in design decision
Time management skills to reach design process milestones within the given timelines
Experience with working with automated cells including Robot EOAT
This position focuses on an engineer the has experience in designing Robot EOAT along with the entire robot cell (Conveyor, guarding, robot placement, EOAT, Sensors, Cable tray, ETC)
Needs to be able change designs quickly when changes are requested
Ability to travel up to 20% to customer sites to capture design info or assist installation
Benefits
Opportunities for future training to broaden skills
Be part of a team of experts to drive solutions that improve efficiencies, safety and quality
Company
Lear Corporation
The Lear Corporation is a Fortune 500 company with world-class products designed,
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1994-04-15IPO
Leadership Team
Ray Scott
President and CEO
Adam Hillier
Vice President, Systems Engineering
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