[Hiring] Automation Engineer @Amcor

Role Description

We are seeking an Automation Engineer to be located in Evansville, IN or remotely located, preferably in the Midwest or Eastern United States. The selected candidate will play a key role in supporting new capital projects from concept to completion. The projects may range in size from $50,000 to $10MM in scope with an emphasis on large scale “End of Line” automation. This position will have shared responsibilities in multiple plants. Ideal candidate will have controls and mechanical hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and apply safety standards to maintain a safe working environment.
• Work with corporate and plant teams to develop detailed scope of work for system solutions.
• Lead project management efforts from scope development through system delivery.
• Provide electrical/mechanical installation support and technical expertise during new project launches.
• Provide technical support on current and future continuous improvement projects.
• Create training instructions and standard operating procedures for use in equipment implementation.
• Train production and maintenance departments in the use and maintenance of new equipment.
• Responsible for adherence to all company, industry, and regulatory procedures.
• Responsible for participating in post project review.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in technical field (Engineering Preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Effective and concise communication skills.
• Self-motivated, self-starter.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Personable, with the ability to effectively interact, lead and communicate with corporate engineers, plant and vendors.
• Prior project management experience - Project management certifications are a plus.
• Ability to manage project scope and identify/act on project risks.
• Organized and detail-oriented individual with prior ISO compliance experience.
• Strong reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Data driven – Six Sigma Experience is a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines, both customer and self-imposed.
• Ability to implement design modifications by organizing & leading multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work well in a goal oriented, team environment.
• Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects effectively & simultaneously.

Desired Experience

• Strong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience in electrical and/or mechanical engineering.
• Project management/organizational skills with proven ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience in end-of-line automation in Injection, Thermoforming and/or Blow molding.
• Experience in PLC, motion controls, and vision inspection control platforms.
• Experience with plant CAD design layout and/or 3D modeling.
• Experience with Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Domestic travel (up to approximately 50% (EVV) and 80% (Remotely Located)) – Preference will be given to candidates local to Evansville, IN.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees.
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location.
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval).
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).