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Automation Engineer

AT Flex
Flex

Automation Engineer

Austin, TX

Job Posting Start Date 12-12-2024 Job Posting End Date 02-17-2025

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

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Job Summary

To support production and troubleshoot activities on fully automated assembly lines for manufacturing, we're looking to add an Automation Engineer located in Austin, TX.

What a typical day looks like:
  • Responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting automation equipment in a manufacturing environment.
  • Support automation cells and equipment including Co-bot, SCARA, gantry, gripper, torque driver, dispenser, conveyor, vision system and custom devices.
  • Programming factory automation equipment (robots, machine vision, servos, pneumatics, etc.)
  • Troubleshoot automated processes or equipment when errors occur.
  • Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components.
  • Create documentation for equipment or automation processes.
  • Work with vendors and plant maintenance to ensure all automation equipment has appropriate spare parts, and a robust Preventive Maintenance plan. 
  • Perform the work listed in the standard operating procedures as well as work assigned by upper management.
  • Communicate and interface with engineers, designers, and operations managers.
  • Deploying systems at customer facilities and performing service work. Travel within the US up to 15%.
The experience we're looking to add to our team
  • BS (and/or MS) Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
  • 4+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Robotics programming, at least one of these UR/Fanuc/Omron/Yamaha/Epson
  • Experience with pneumatics, sensors or conveyors.
  • Integration experience with custom automation or turn-key solutions
  • Experience with vision systems, HMIs, and AMRs.
  • Ability to use AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software program to create schematics or drawings.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external functional teams verbally, in writing, and via presentations.
  • Ability to learn new technologies.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Matching 401K
  • PTO
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee discounts at local retailers
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Job Category
Production Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?
No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Client-provided location(s): Austin, TX, USA
Job ID: Flex-WD192815
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led