Automation Engineer I

Arctic Cat is the most iconic name in powersports, manufacturing snowmobiles, ATVs and SXS products in Thief River Falls, MN to sell around the world. We are now hiring an Automation Engineer to support NPI implementations, new system design, and facility-wide automation. Responsibilities Design, plan, and develop automated equipment and processes to ensure maximized efficiency and productivity. Specify materials used to construct and install new automation equipment and maintain established automation from a list of approved suppliers. Identify possible problems that could arise in existing and future automation systems and create changes to eliminate downtime and streamline efficiencies. Lead automation initiatives to maintain equipment and ensure maximum productivity or "uptime". Support internal customer groups by identifying opportunities to automate and support the growing needs of the business. Coach and train current product engineers on the existing automated systems. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, focus in industrial or mechanical engineering preferred. 0-4 years of experience; experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment preferred. PLC / CAD design knowledge required. Salary Description $80,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr