Automation Engineer

Overview

About rms Company

rms is a state of the art facility with the latest technology in precision machines to produce components for the medical device and aerospace industries. Our Automation Engineers provide engineering support tormsteams with particular emphasis on developing capable manufacturing processes, implementing cellular manufacturing techniques and certifying processes to provide superior products to our customers.

Position Summary

The Automation Engineer will be responsible for helping to identify and implement automation opportunities that will have a significant impact on Safety, Cost, and Quality. In addition, this position will be responsible for driving all aspects of these projects through completion. This job is for a person who can design/build/and integrate systems from cradle to grave.

Responsibilities

Automation Engineer Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with internal customers on automation systems integration projects

• Utilize electrical and controls automation skills to develop automation systems

• Assist/Lead aspects of automation projects including design and implementation to assure projects are completed on schedule

• Provide training to end users (operators, engineers, etc.) of automation systems

• Create and document new processes

• Troubleshoot and repair as needed

• Support capital expenditure requests and implementations

• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Automation Engineer Qualifications

• We value our hands-on experience.

• Associate's degree in automation, or 5+ years integration experience in leu of degree.

• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks/projects

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Must be a self-starter, team player, and have a positive attitude

• Ability to think creatively, drive results and stay focused on daily tasks

• Proficiency in Computer Design Tools such as SolidWorks

• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

• Ability to travel locally

Preferred Qualifications

• Desired certifications or licenses

• Experience with Human Machine Interface (HMI), control systems, PLC’s (Allen-Bradley and Automation Direct), and control components

• Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex) in programming and proofing out.

• Experience with various motion controllers/actuators (ITI, SMC, Robotiq)

• Experience with Robotics (Fanuc, Epson, UR preferred) Knowledge of automation applications, machining practices, inspection methods, and manufacturing equipment operation.

• Blueprint reading and the application of mathematics and dimensions to production machinery and tooling.

• Fabrication and assembly techniques.

• Must be able to identify root-cause and develop appropriate corrective actions.

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

• Onsite Clinic

• Paid Parental Leave

• Monthly Social Events

• Annual Employee Appreciation Week

• Volunteer Opportunities

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

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Pay Range

USD $77,000.00 - USD $112,000.00 /Yr.

Company Benefits

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

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Job LocationsUS-MN-Coon Rapids

ID 2026-6567

Category Engineering

Position Type Regular Full-Time

Telecommute No