3D Modeling, Automation, Automation Engineering, Calibration, Debugging Skills, Electricity, Electromechanical Systems, Electronics, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Human Factors, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Machine Tool, Manufacturing Equipment, Outsourcing, Production Support, Prototyping, Schematics, Simulation, Support Documentation, System Integration (SI), Testing, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing
Overview
You will design, build, test/debug, and deploy a string automation machine for our toy factory production line. This project includes a combination of pneumatics, electronics, and mechanical systems that make more of our ZipString products with higher consistency and less human operators.
Responsibilities
- You will be responsible for design, build, and test of the machine but not deployment:
- Conduct whiteboarding/brainstorming sessions to discuss possible solutions and architecture for machines and fixtures. Understand project requirements and identify root problems
- Research off-the-shelf solutions and methods that are similar and provide design inspiration
- Outsource machined parts from suppliers like JLCCNC, and/or machine custom parts for the assemblies.
- Source components from vendors like JLCMC and McMaster
- Build prototypes and subsystems of machines with validation of each subprocess
- Perform integrations of subsystems, connecting them together for the overall production process.
- Design the state machine logic, control flow, and program electronics with very basic human machine interfaces/controls
- Debug the machines here in person in Atlanta
- Prepare schematics, drawings, 3D data, and code documentation to help support production staff and deployment overseas. This includes the calibration/adjustments, care, and maintenance of the machines.
Skills
- Strong mechanical and electronics knowledge related to manufacturing equipment, tooling, and machining processes.
- Basic control panel design with consideration for human factors
- Experience with sensors of various types, and handling data
- Solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematic design
- 3D modeling with movement simulation
- Strong troubleshooting skills for electromechanical systems