Mechatronics Engineer

Role details

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp.

in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

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401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help. Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success. Health Insurance

Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it. Vacation

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge. Personal Development

Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career. This position is responsible for machine development, controls and integration: to specify, design, source and develop equipment necessary to manufacture Lead Center products. Position will require activities for launch, productivity, and scrap improvement in the production environment.

Key activities will be launching and supporting automated equipment systems and vision inspection systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process, leading the development of prototype and production processes and equipment to ensure flawless launch.
• Develop and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment including controls, automation, and vision systems.
• Program machine automation (PLCs, HMIs, robots, servos), automated vision control systems, SCADA/MES
• Provide assistance to operations and quality team, including 8D report support
• Help project managers and process development engineers in PPAP/customer validation activities
• Work closely with Freudenberg-NOK manufacturing experts globally (USA, France, Italy, Japan, Germany) and associated departments (materials engineering, testing, operations, quality and laboratory)
• To conceptualize and develop lean manufacturing processes for new and existing business opportunities, which may include new and/or modified plant, equipment and process needs
• Create and maintain accurate engineering/process/machine documentation such as, Process Flow diagrams, Process Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), machine schematics, etc
• Adhere to company policies and safety / ergonomic / quality standard
• 15% Travel is possible to support operations within NAFTA
• International travel possible for training and best practices
• All other related duties as assigned Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechatronics \[Preferred], Electrical, Industrial, Automation, Robotics, or Mechanical)
• 5\+ years hands on experience building, assembling and commissioning custom equipment
• Proficient in PLCs, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (bearings, drives, pneumatics, hydraulics)
• Strong knowledge of machine design principles (tolerancing, fits, load calculations)
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings (GD&T preferred) and electrical schematics
• Hands on experience integrating robots (FANUC, Kawasaki, ABB)
• Hands on experience developing and implementing vision systems (Keyence, FIPS, Zero D)
• Ability to wire machines and panels, and debug electrical systems
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus
• Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, NX or similar)
• Strong builder mentality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Windows Operating Systems, Teams, MS Excel, and MSWord
• Must contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal communication skills and be team-oriented
• Automotive industry experience a plus
• Must demonstrate project and process ownership
• Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
• Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
• Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.