
Conveyance and Automation Engineer
About Slate
Slate is a new US Electric Vehicle company transforming the battery electric vehicle space.
Who we are looking for: We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Conveyance and Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the design of conveyance related projects. This position will require production of design calculations, technical reports, and preparation of construction documents.
Central Midwest location in a highly desirable mid-size community. Must be willing to relocate to Slate manufacturing plant location. This position is not in Troy, MI/Metro Detroit
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to financially sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this opportunity currently.
What you get to do:
- Safety above all to protect our team members, partners and customers
- Design, develop, simulation, installation and prove out of conveyance and automation systems processes
- PLC Programming and Control systems for Conveyor and Automation systems
- Development of technical specifications for assembly process (trim, chassis and final line automotive assembly)
- Preparation of related design reports with supporting mapping and calculations to document the design process and obtain agency approvals.
- Perform construction phase tasks including administration, construction observation, and supporting engineering activities.
- Ensure standard engineering practices and inclusion of appropriate documentation on various reports and design projects.
- Resolve questions, plan coordinate and execute work in a safe, timely, cost effective and compliant manner.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to staff engineers, maintenance and manufacturing
- Adhere to NEC, ANSI, and OSHA standards
What you bring to the team:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related subject area. Advanced degree is a plus.
- Proven experience designing and creating plans and specifications for automated automotive manufacturing
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments.
- Experience with CAD software.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality in mechanical system and conveyor design.
- PLC Programming and Controls experience required
- NEC, ANSI and OSHA Training or Certifcations
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.
- Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
- Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto or (813) 468-7257.
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