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Associate Automation Engineer

KeyTronic is a team-based, supportive environment where everyone is able to feel encouraged and supported. We provide opportunities for growth through certifications, on-the-job training, and career advancement. Our team and employees are proud of our product diversity and team environment. We are an international company where you will do something different every day in our fast-paced work environment, but we are always finding ways to create something new and be innovative.

We encourage you to apply for this position if you enjoy being challenged, working in a dynamic work setting, and being a part of a team that creates products that drive our world, while providing an innovative workplace with deep camaraderie, compelling product diversity, and resources to build your career.

KeyTronic provides competitive salaries and benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, and 401K. We also have a company provided wellness program because we care about the wellbeing of our employees inside and outside of the workplace. We organize volunteer opportunities, company activities, and all-employee meetings to show we value our employees and the community around us!

JOB SUMMARY: Assists Automation Engineers in designing production fixtures and automation equipment. Documents designs and validate that equipment performs as intended. Fabricates designed parts and assembles system level fixtures for use in test and assembly in the factory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Design, develop, specify, and document manual and semi-automated test and assembly equipment with guidance from management and senior engineers.
Design and fabricate production fixtures and automation equipment for manufacturing, test, and design verification.
Perform and check routine calculations, specify equipment, and solve problems of low to moderate engineering complexity.
Create and update documentation which defines fixtures, including drawings, specifications, BOMs, and CAD databases.
Adhere to industry codes and standards as well as department practices and procedures.
Design fixturing using machined part design, electronics, and pneumatic circuits.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Assist with the design, fabrication, and assembly of models and prototypes.
Interface with production to troubleshoot and resolve fixturing and automation issues.
Obtain quotes for non-production parts.
Verify fixture and equipment design requirements by testing and documenting results in a coherent manner.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Performs other duties when required that are outside of normal job duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or similar discipline and zero to three years experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to operate a computer and use spreadsheet, database, word processing, and scheduling software.
Experience with one or more CAD packages.
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with managers, co-workers, vendors, contractors, and customers.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical publications, technical procedures, or other related documents.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with CAM packages and familiarity with FEA software.
Experience with multiple CAD packages.
Aptitude for research and problem solving.
Understanding of mechanical reasoning, physics, electronics, metalworking, and machining.
Ability to use 3D printers and CNC mills or routers.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical interference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, talk, hear, and see. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or reach with hands and arms. The employee will regularly multi-task between projects, be required to move throughout the office building, and effectively communicate.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The environment is fast-paced; time pressured, and requires accuracy. The normal environment is quiet and typical of an open cubical setting with some areas that may be louder at times.

The statements on this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required by all incumbents, and all job descriptions are subject to change to accommodate business necessity. In support of Keytronic’s goals some incumbents may perform other duties as assigned. In addition, all Keytronic employees are expected to: