As a Mobile Automation Commissioning Engineer with KION North America you will be the technical, on-site lead for automated guided forklift (AGF) projects. You will be an essential member of the project engineering team with a focus on integration of automated material handling equipment systems. Your focus will be on the AGFs, their performance, and their interactions with racking, conveyor, system I/O and system software. Internally, you will support the project manager, the systems engineer, onboard and offboard software engineers, and the mechatronics engineers/technicians. Externally, you will further develop and maintain relationships with the Customer project team as their technical, on-site integration contact during the execution/commissioning phases of projects.
What we offer:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Work with engineering leads on technical design, development, application and implementation of integrated hardware and software systems
* Identify and resolves complex problems through application of problem-solving skills in AGF projects/systems
* Participate in the testing of complex stand-alone and integrated AGF systems (hardware and software)
* Review and utilize project/vehicle/hardware specifications and documentation
* Utilize AutoCAD with custom drafting tools for designing and refining system maps/layouts
* Work with Customers on Full System Approval, and Acceptance
* Collaborate with vendor and sub-contractors
* Generate commissioning checklists and provide daily/weekly site reports
* Perform duration testing and generate/compile reports
* Aid Project Management in Commissioning Plans and Schedules
* Support site personnel in system Startup and Go-Live activities
* Develop strong customer relationships
* Collaborate on process and productivity improvements, cost reductions, and delivery of customer satisfaction
* Other tasks as assigned by manager
Tasks and Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with Material Handling automation equipment; preferably AGV/AGF, pallet conveyor, and/or ASRS preferred
* Experience with WMS, WCS, or Control Level Software preferred
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to work well within a team environment
* Strong organizational skills
* Self-starter who will take initiative to identify issues and pursue resolutions
* Must work well under high-pressure situations
* Architectural knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and software products
* Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and customer-focused
* Computer skills: AutoCAD, Microsoft Office including Visio
Education:
* Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, or related field
Travel Requirements:
* Up to 90% travel