Automation Project Engineer

Title: Automation Project Engineer Reports to: Engineering Leader Location: DMG MORI Systems, Davis, CA / Hoffman Estates, IL Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30AM to 5:30PM Classification: Exempt Travel: 30% Join DMG MORI Systems group, a subsidiary of DMG MORI, the world leading CNC machine tool technology provider. We focus on providing customers with various automation cells including robotic machine tending, gantry loading, material handling, pallet pool and flexible manufacturing system solutions for the North American market. Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsibilities include up to and not limited to: Work with automation sales manager to prepare automation cell proposals and quotations for customer. Perform automation concept/layout design, robot reachability study, cell simulation and cycle time studies. Manage project execution and overall schedule by closely working with customers, DMG MORI Technical centers (TC) and various automation suppliers. Prepare requirements/design specifications and manage suppliers to build automation components. Coordinate with automation commissioning team to conduct cell production, integration, FAT/SAT signoff. Provide operation training to customers if necessary. Create and organize design documents, drawings and user manuals for each delivery. Other duties as assigned per project execution need. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor‘s Degree in Engineering. Strong ability in mechanical design. Proficient in 3D modeling software. Strong system design, hands-on and prototyping capabilities. Strong communication skills including ability to read and write technical documents. Strong project management skills to work on multiple projects simultaneously Experience in automation project with CNC machine tools is a plus. Knowledge of CNC machine tool, robot, vision, and motion control is a plus. Mechanical assembly capability Work Environment: Exposure to manufacturing/machining environments which may present possible hazards such as noise, electricity, chemicals, heavy equipment, and other automated and manual machinery. General office environment experienced at DMG MORI office. Physical Demands: Frequent: walking, bending, and stooping. Periodic: sitting at desk, utilizing computers and phones. Occasional: travel, lifting or moving up to 50lbs, operating power equipment.