Automation Applications Engineer

Adient US LLC • Plymouth, MI • 3h ago

Summary:

The Automation Applications Engineer leads the installation and launch of automation projects in assembly plants, with a focus on JIT and seat structure operations. This role will coordinate closely with plant technical and automation teams, the central automation team, and external automation vendors to ensure automation systems are installed safely, on schedule, and in alignment with Adient standards. The Automation Engineer will manage project timelines, coordinate internal and external resources, support installation readiness, provide hands-on technical support during installation and launch, and help resolve technical issues related to robotics, controls, networks, PLCs, and automated assembly equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead the installation and launch of automation projects in assembly plants, including robot cells, automated assembly equipment, test systems, vision systems, and supporting controls equipment.

Coordinate installation activities between plant technical/automation teams, the central automation team, automation vendors, equipment suppliers, maintenance teams, IT, and operations leadership.

Develop and manage project installation timelines, resource plans, launch readiness actions, open issue lists, and escalation plans to support successful execution.

Develop, maintain, and ensure compliance to equipment and process standards including specifications, purchasing support, design reviews, validation, installation, run-off, and qualification.

Serve as the technical interface with Adient central and Business Unit IT teams to support controls networks, equipment connectivity, cybersecurity requirements, and plant integration needs.

Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting during equipment installation, debug, commissioning, launch, and early production support.

Support robot installation, basic robot programming, path verification, safety validation, controls checkout, PLC troubleshooting, and equipment handoff to plant teams.

Identify, qualify, and develop automation equipment suppliers and installation partners; build relationships to ensure a fundamental understanding and consistent execution of Adient standards.

Drive the process to evaluate supplier performance, provide feedback, resolve installation issues, and improve execution on future automation projects.

Coach plant and AME teams through the equipment installation process, including standards, launch expectations, troubleshooting methods, and handoff requirements.

Define requirements for refurbishment, redeployment, relocation, installation, and recommissioning of used automation equipment.

Provide equipment cost estimating for new program quoting and strategic projects.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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