Senior Automation Engineer - Mechanical Engineering

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior Automation Engineer

• Mechanical Engineering at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for creating complex automated and robotic systems, applications and integrated equipment in a team environment that contributes to improved operations, Smart Factory enablement, and global warehouse initiatives while leading efforts in researching and developing new, cutting-edge automation concepts and solutions through system designs and programming, integrating them into a working solution.

Essential Functions

Performs complex mechanical design work using advanced 3D CAD modeling skills and expertise. Reviews moderately complex mechanical designs and makes recommendations Leads moderately complex projects, coordinating efforts across multiple automation engineering leads Creates equipment and/or application documentation including operating instructions and user manuals for deployed solutions Develops, assembles and tests complex mechanical systems to validate performance and verify compliance with technical requirements Cleanliness zone area requirements: this position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn when int he manufacturing environment to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or another related engineering discipline AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.

0 as a rule) Expert level knowledge of engineering design tools CAD Software - able to create modelling standards and review other engineer’s feature trees Programming Software - able to provide innovate solutions and review other engineers’ code Knowledge of design for manufacturing and design for automation, including CNC machining, sheet metal forming and material properties Must possess experience in designing, building, and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems Possess excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with other business segments, and with an understanding of how Automation objectives impact those from other disciplines Must demonstrate proficiency and knowledge in use of engineering tools Must demonstrate full use of industry standards and procedures Must demonstrate competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate solutions Must be positive, detail/team oriented, work collaboratively/proactively/effectively with minimal supervision and the ability to prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced, and challenging environment Demonstrates excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with other business segments, and with an understanding of how Automation objectives impact other disciplines Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in developing solutions in a timely fashion and thoroughly document work in an organized manner, creating revision-controlled documentation Desired Qualifications Previous work experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment Previous experience working in a team environment Previous experience working with robotics/controls systems/mechanical or electrical design/software development Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits Essential Functions Performs complex mechanical design work using advanced 3D CAD modeling skills and expertise.

Reviews moderately complex mechanical designs and makes recommendations Leads moderately complex projects, coordinating efforts across multiple automation engineering leads Creates equipment and/or application documentation including operating instructions and user manuals for deployed solutions Develops, assembles and tests complex mechanical systems to validate performance and verify compliance with technical requirements Cleanliness zone area requirements: this position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn when int he manufacturing environment to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or another related engineering discipline AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.

0 as a rule) Expert level knowledge of engineering design tools CAD Software - able to create modelling standards and review other engineer’s feature trees Programming Software - able to provide innovate solutions and review other engineers’ code Knowledge of design for manufacturing and design for automation, including CNC machining, sheet metal forming and material properties Must possess experience in designing, building, and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems Possess excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with other business segments, and with an understanding of how Automation objectives impact those from other disciplines Must demonstrate proficiency and knowledge in use of engineering tools Must demonstrate full use of industry standards and procedures Must demonstrate competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate solutions Must be positive, detail/team oriented, work collaboratively/proactively/effectively with minimal supervision and the ability to prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced, and challenging environment Demonstrates excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with other business segments, and with an understanding of how Automation objectives impact other disciplines Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in developing solutions in a timely fashion and thoroughly document work in an organized manner, creating revision-controlled documentation Desired Qualifications Previous work experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment Previous experience working in a team environment Previous experience working with robotics/controls systems/mechanical or electrical design/software development Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits