Project Engineer

Location: Novi, MI

Job Description

The Project Engineer is responsible for programming, troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving issues on-site and supporting the NEWSTON Automation Inspection product line. The Project Engineer is the front-line face to the customer to commission automated inspection equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in the installation and maintenance of automation (including robotic) measuring cells in production.
• Accepts responsibility for customer voiced concerns and obtains/implements the appropriate solution and or involves the proper NEWSTON personnel to address the issue.
• Support new and existing image processing systems, primarily in the automotive industry.
• Provide technical support in our demonstration image processing robotics lab.
• Communicate project status to the Project Managers, and support account teams, as necessary.
• Startup automatic image processing systems, typically mounted on robots, at customer sites in North America.
• Determine and execute corrective actions for installation errors, customer changes, or unanticipated circumstances in coordination with your supervisor.
• Review project for compatibility with existing automated systems. 
• Communicate customer changes and needs to supplier engineering (Engineering/Manufacturing changes). 
• Complete administrative requirements as required.
• Other duties as required.

Working Conditions and Special Demands:

Seeking motivated individuals with strong engineering aptitude and a desire to be trained on items specific to this job.

• Willing to travel 85% of time, including some international.
• Willingness to work weekends/ overtime / work any shift.
• Ability to write clear and concise technical reports.
• Ability to perform as a Teacher/Trainer for contractors and customers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• System analytical solutions expertise in robotic automation cells.
• Very good knowledge of robot programming, SPC and image processing preferred.

Your Requirements

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Technical training and experience in corresponding environment.
• Robotics experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of technical controls and strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems.
• Demonstration of a professional attitude and courtesy towards others.
• Willingness to travel/work overtime/work any shift/work weekends.
• Valid Driver's License and Passport.
• Able to read and understand mechanical engineering drawings.
• Strong aptitude for continued learning and troubleshooting.
• Software capabilities: AutoCAD and 3D design preferred.
• Knowledge of Mechanical Assemblies, fixturing, tooling, industrial automation preferred.
• Familiarity with specifications for building, foundations, electrical preferred.
• Able to read and understand controls drawings preferred.
• Able to read and understand electrical diagrams preferred