Automation Engineering Specialist

Job DetailsJob Location: Toyotetsu America Inc - Somerset, KY 42503Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: FirstJob Category: ManufacturingReports to TTAI MERIT Manager. This role will be responsible for automation efforts for internal processes impacting material flow within the manufacturing environment. This includes but is not limited to evaluating, implementing, & supporting automated material handling/warehousing solutions such as advanced robotics, AGV/AMR, ASRS, & conveyors.

Objectives:

Support Conveyance departmental goals as a subject matter expert for automation
Understand and improve material & process flows throughout the facility by automating steps within the process
Improve the safety & ergonomics for team members within processes by automating part of their workload
Accurately scope applications, issue RFQ’s, analyze vendor options, & manage contractors
Contribute to the completion of TTAI’s automation initiative plan by successfully implementing previously identified automation projects as well as identifying new opportunities
Complete tasks assigned to support overall departmental success
Overtime and off-shift emergency support will be required as needed
Opportunities for travel (up to 15%)

Qualifications
B.S. Degree in related field with applicable automation engineering experience
Advanced technical skills: Electrical Controls, Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles
Reliable and punctual; willing to learn and demonstrate initiative
Proficient communication (oral & written) across all levels of the organization
Efficient time management, project management, & organization skills
Competent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite experience