Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Schneider Electric is seeking a dynamic individual at our Nashville TN Hub to serve as an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer responsible for delivering automation and technology improvements to our manufacturing processes across the North American Region.  In this role, using advanced technology, you will be responsible for identifying and driving improvements within the quality processes at our factories. You will also be responsible for process development of our quality systems and development of new assembly lines & testers. 

This is an exciting role that will offer much opportunity to grow and learn in a highly technical field.  This individual will be tasked with multiple assignments regarding processes spread across the region.  

Candidate required to travel throughout North America 25%-50% levels with some projects requiring slightly heavier percentages.  

What will you do?

• Develop & lead projects by applying 6 sigma principles to conduct process flow analysis, improve process time, improve 1st pass yield, reduce process variation, and improve process stability.
• Ownership of all new capacity investments to deploy the best manufacturing processes.
• From identified capacity gap or technology roadmap driver, develop automation solution from Best Available Techniques to provide a value-added solution.
• Develop automation concept in conjunction with Electrical / Controls counterpart and create solution specifications and budgetary targets necessary for Request For Quotation.
• Participate in quotation and supplier selection of Original Equipment Manufacturer Machine Tool Builder (internal or external)
• In partnership with Automation Project Manager, provide technical oversight and adherence to project timeline to deliver equipment to targeted timeline.
• Perform Original Equipment Manufacturer Machine Tool Builder Site Acceptance Test and validation of process | equipment performance prior to equipment shipment.
• Support process \ equipment commissioning at Factory site as required.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Test once process \ equipment has been commissioned at the SE Factory and ensure all supplier contractual agreements are met.
• Ensure all appropriate process \ equipment \ project documentation is captured and stored in the appropriate digital system for knowledge retention.
• Collaborate with Global Deployment and Industrialization teams in the evolution of the technology applied and documented Best Available Techniques.
• Partner with Manufacturing Plants in the construction and evolution of the site technology roadmap that delivers technical productivity and supports profits & loss improvement on the product offers.
• Continuously improvement installed base of automation and test equipment used for assembly and testing of SE products in North America factories.
• Upgrade and replacement of legacy automation systems to current offers if the process architectures is sustainable and the investments drive solid financial payback.
• Provide direct troubleshooting support and training for local plant resources.
• Identify and implement improvement projects regarding various industrial manufacturing processes.  Productivity improvement will be highly regarded.
• Provide advanced manufacturing support for technologies that support Smart Factory deployment. Those technologies include:
  • Digital Manufacturing-Smart Factory / Machine Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) / Data Capture and Analytics.
  • Collaborative Robotics.
  • Stage Gate Visualization Deployment.
  • Augmented / Virtual Reality Applications.

What qualifications will make you successful? 

• Bachelor of Science with a Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or other STEM) Major from an accredited University or equivalent is required.
• 5+ years of experience in Mechanical / Tooling / Manufacturing / Industrialization Engineering Experience in an Automated Industrial Environment.
• Previous experience in developing quality processes including conducting process flow analysis, improving process time, 1st pass yield, reduction of process variation, and improving process stability is a plus.
• Direct experience using NLA (new line architecture), Line architecture methodology (LADM), and Method Time Management (MTM).
• Proficiency in Safety Engineering with exposure to Automated Machinery Safety.
• Hands-on industrial automation experience: hydraulics, pneumatics, servo motion, robotics, AGV / SGV’s, metal forming, resistance welding, Z Axis assembly, parts feeding, functional testing, labeling, packaging
• Self-motivated to innovate / explore new technologies to constantly upgrade the technology deployed.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Pro-E / CREO proficiency.
• Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE) or other Safety Engineering Certification is a plus.
• Mobility and willingness to relocate to Nashville, TN area. 

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.  

What's in it for me?

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, and more.

Who will you report to?  Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

€25.7bn global revenue

137 000+ employees in 100+ countries

45% of revenue from IoT

5% of revenue devoted for R&D

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

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