Automation Engineer 2 - (AA) at Fresenius Medical Care

Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Medical Devices, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Engineering bachelor’s degree (Graduated in Mechanics, electronics or automation)
Bilingual English / Spanish
Medical products manufacturing
Projects management
Knowledge of electricity
Knowledge of electronics (motor drivers’ control, Servo motors, Robot Cylinders, robots’ Communication network -Device net, Profibus DP, Control Net-)
Knowledge of vision system programing (Cognex, Keyence, and Omron)
Knowledge of Pneumatics (e.g. Fluid Sim, Intelligent Network Control Valve)
Knowledge of measurement equipment (e.g. Multimeter, Chatillon, Instron)
Knowledge of tools and machinery (Machine Shop)
Computer knowledge (e.g. Microsoft Office programs: Project)

Responsibilities

Supervision of PD Production Equipment Maintenance personnel
To meet and enforce policies, standards, procedures, and regulations of the company
To develop projects focusing on continuous improvement, cost reduction, and quality improvements
To manage projects, on time and form, committed to official documents
To identify opportunity areas for automation processes
To develop PLCs and HMIs programs as necessary according with department’s requirements, using PLCs brands in the company, and keep programs’ review traceability
To keep control of PLCs programs database (updated and with revision traceability)
To perform HMI upgrade (updated and with revision traceability)
To measure, monitor, and improve the OEE and OSE metrics of automated equipment used in PD area
To develop automated equipment in accordance with production demand following quality criteria, using URS as guidance for equipment development
To develop prototypes by researching new technologies, materials, designing and being responsible for the development, test, and inspection criteria
To coordinate equipment development with external suppliers, to provide necessary information for projects follow up: drawings of components related to the project, material handling and shipping, equipment assessment, equipment transportation and installation
During equipment development, they shall consider whether it is necessary or required to use a network communication system to optimize machine’s wiring
During URS development they must be able to identify minimal required devices (PLC, Expansion modules, networks, HMI, etc.) for machine’s construction according with its complexity
To develop and upgrade vision system (Cognex, Omron, and Keyence) programs and keep traceability of programs revision
To design fixtures or mechanical parts for assembly processes or assembly equipment using Solid Works program or AutoCAD
To manage computer aided design programs, to maintain and update equipment drawings, pieces, and devices
To perform root cause investigations to solve quality problems where automated equipment is involved
Responsible for supporting the investigation of customer complaints, NCs and CAPAs related with the machines’ quality or performance, focusing on root cause solutions
Shall participate in validation process of new assembly equipment or validation of machines’ upgrades
Responsible for maintaining validated state of automated equipment
To develop engineering studies related with quality, capability, and performance of automated equipment
To document each project development, gather, and keep all information generated since the beginning of project
To write, review, and perform the operation and maintenance procedures of equipment and machinery related with product assembly
To perform preventive or corrective maintenance of automated equipment
To keep spare parts list updated
To calculate maximum and minimum for spare parts
To provide training for all personal involved in operation and maintenance of automated equipment
To support and train technical personnel that performs maintenance of assembly equipment
To ensure all corrective and preventive maintenance records are documented immediately when activity takes place

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Development

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Vision Systems

Cognex

Omron

Keyence

OEE Metrics

Project Management

URS Development

Fresenius Medical Care

Provides dialysis and renal healthcare services

About Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care North America focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services to individuals with kidney and other chronic conditions. The company operates a vast network of dialysis centers and outpatient labs for cardiac and vascular care, ensuring coordinated treatment for many patients across the continent. It stands out as the largest fully integrated renal company, providing not only dialysis services but also specialty pharmacy and laboratory services. Additionally, Fresenius manufactures and distributes a wide range of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals. The goal of Fresenius Medical Care is to enhance the quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses by providing comprehensive and accessible healthcare solutions.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1996Year Founded

$39.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from telehealth solutions like Philips' eCareManager 4.1.

Rising mental health challenges may impact FMCNA's employee productivity.

Virtual reality education may face adoption and accessibility challenges in rural areas.

Differentiation

FMCNA is the world's largest fully integrated renal company.

FMCNA offers a comprehensive line of dialysis equipment and renal pharmaceuticals.

FMCNA provides coordinated healthcare services at pivotal care points for chronic conditions.

Upsides

Telehealth market growth supports FMCNA's remote patient monitoring services.

Home dialysis market expansion aligns with FMCNA's patient-centric care approach.

AI integration enhances FMCNA's predictive analytics and personalized medicine capabilities.

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