Nomad GCS Hiring for Automation Engineer at Columbia Falls, MT Full Time

Position: Automation Engineer
Division: Innovative Solutions Group
Department: Innovative Solutions
Schedule: Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Innovation Strategist

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NOMAD GCS DOES NOT SUPPORT THE H1B VISA FOR THIS POSITION._*

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Overview: *Nomad Global Communications Solutions is a leading provider of communication and response products serving a wide variety of customers. Our purpose is to be the solution when every minute matters. We seek a candidate that is self-inspired to learn and demonstrates a high degree of customer service while positively contributing to our team.

An Automation Engineer would be responsible for the project management and design of mechanical, electrical and control systems of new and retrofitted small to medium sized industrial automation machines that would be utilized in our internal production processes. Developing electro-mechanical machine mechanisms, generating mechanical assemblies, developing machine function logic, and debugging controls are tasks that will be done on a daily basis. Specification and programming of PLCs, robots and servos will need to be done from time to time also. The person who fills this position may also serve as a mentor for more junior mechanical and automation engineers.

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Essential Functions / Responsibility: *

• Assist with the design of mechanical systems for new, or modify existing, automated machinery to
• automate manufacturing processes.
• Design and specify the electrical components required to build custom automated industrial machines
• Coordinate with other Engineers, Fabrication and Assembly techs to ensure design intent and cost
• effectiveness of production are achieved
• Establish technical manuals, drawings, models, training documentation, preventative maintenance
• plans and troubleshooting guides for newly established automated equipment/processes
• Manage individual project budgets and schedules and routinely report progress
• Ability to accept design feedback and improvement suggestions and brainstorm with others
• Adhere to good manufacturing and good documentation practices
• Lead, advise, and train more junior engineers
• Ability to self-direct on projects and tasks and the ability to manage a team
• Develop machine and manning timing plans for new production equipment /processes

Basic Knowledge Desired:

• Expertise in Solidworks
• Experience with Automation Direct PLC’s and programming
• Machine shop and welding knowledge
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and ergonomic principles
• Familiar with 6-Axis robot programming
• Familiar with machine vision principle

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and talk.

Working Environment:

• Typical indoor office environment. Noise level is usually moderate. Safety glasses required when on the Production floor.
• Engineer will frequently and actively collaborate in the Production department to troubleshoot, test projects and assist in process development for automation projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in designing automated equipment
• Strong knowledge in 3D CAD software
• Experience in PLC Programming
• Experience in HMI Programming
• Ability to coordinate with outside suppliers
• Mechanically inclined, strong problem solving skills, hands-on individual
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• US Citizen

Nomad GCS is an equal opportunity employer, (EOE,) and voluntarily follows affirmative action guidelines. As an equal opportunity employer, Nomad GCS does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Nomad offers a competitive base pay along with a benefits package. When applying please include your basic salary requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location