Automation Integrator at Acutec Precision Aerospace in Meadville, PA

Description

The Automation Integrator will support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of advanced automation solutions within Aerospace CNC machining operations. The employee will coordinate automation projects for the Acutec team, combining technical expertise, project design & coordination, and hands-on integration work to provide robotic and cobot systems that improve manufacturing efficiency and machine uptime. The employee will be capable of being a primary contact for customers external to Acutec.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Lead Acutec’s automation department, communicating work required and deploying resources for successful project completion.

· Design, integrate, and deploy robotic and cobot automation solutions for CNC machining applications.

· Program and configure FANUC robots and associated automation equipment.

· Develop machine-tending, part-handling, inspection, and secondary-operation automation systems.

· Support integration of vision systems, end-of-arm tooling, conveyors, safety systems, and PLC interfaces.

· Optimize automated manufacturing cells to improve throughput, machine utilization, quality, and OEE.

· Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify automation opportunities and continuous improvement initiatives.

· Assist with simulation, layout development, cycle-time analysis, and system validation.

· Serve as a technical resource for customers during automation projects, installations, and startup activities.

· Conduct customer demonstrations, application reviews, and feasibility discussions.

· Provide onsite troubleshooting, training, and post-installation support.

· Maintain strong customer relationships through professional communication and technical expertise.

· Coordinate automation projects from concept through commissioning.

· Participate in trade shows, customer events, and industry demonstrations representing the company’s automation capabilities.

· Support development of marketing demonstrations and showcase automation cells.

· Work cross-functionally with sales, applications engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams.

Key Roles

· Lead, Manage, and Hold Others Accountable

· Automation system design, programming, and integration

· Customer support for Automation systems, training, and technical service

· Coordination of all Auctec automation projects, demonstrations, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Qualifications

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. 

Education & Experience Requirements:

· This position requires 3-10 years of experience working with electrical components and machine control systems , or an equivalent combination of experience and technical education in fields related to automation or electrical system design. 

· Certification or education in a related field (i.e. mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering) is preferred but not required. 

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

· Candidates must have strong mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic/hydraulic skills

· Experience with, or a strong understanding of, high precision CNC machining

· The employee must be a team player, have the ability to integrate with multiple people in a cross-functional roll, be a self-starter, and be able to present progress and train co-workers on new technology. 

· Experience with Fanuc robot programming and integration

· Familiarity with collaborative robotics (cobots), industrial safety standards, and machine tending applications

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

· Experience with PLCs, HMI systems, and industrial networking.

· Knowledge of OEE metrics, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.

· Experience with vision systems, force sensing, or adaptive automation technologies.

· FANUC certification or related robotics certifications.

· Aerospace manufacturing experience and familiarity with quality requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsibilities include training and assisting employees. This position will supervise the Automation department at Acutec.

Physical Demands

Employee must be physically fit and able to work around CNC machinery, robotics and automation equipment. Employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is at times in an office environment and often in a shop work environment which is frequently loud. Travel is required approximately 10%-25% of the time. 

Safety and Policy Practices

The employee in this job must be knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the Company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Company’s need to achieve its business objective. Employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.