Automated Logistics Launch Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects.

For decades, we've been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that's by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow.

Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more.

Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers.

The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges.

Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching;

paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Job Responsibilities :

• Coordinate the design, commissioning, and launch of Autonomous Mobile Robotic (AMR) systems for in-plant material logistics.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful planning and integration of AGV / AMR system.
• Manage large-scale projects from inception through handoff, coordinating with vendors to ensure on-time and on-budget execution.
• Conduct site surveys to evaluate installation requirements and assess project feasibility.
• Utilize experience with controls, IT, and AMR systems to root-cause issues during facility launch, and implement lessons learned into future deployments.
• Develop and execute testing plans to ensure AMR performance meets project requirements.
• Coordinate training to end-users on AMR operation and maintenance strategy.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to optimize AMR performance and reliability.
• Support scope-of-work development and competitive bidding exercise for AMR equipment.
• Benchmark best-in-world practices for AMR deployments and utilize findings to drive strategy development.
• Coordinate design reviews, risk mitigation, commissioning processes, launch handoff with a manufacturing facility.
• Identify capital reduction and quality / throughput improvement opportunities.

Qualifications : Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, engineering technology, mechatronics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in deploying automation technology into a manufacturing facility.
• Proficiency with CAD / CAM software (Autodesk, Teamcenter, etc.) and simulation tools.
• Knowledge of controls systems, IT architecture, and related interfaces with automation technology.
• Must be able and willing to travel domestically and internationally.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and regulatory requirements for AGV / AMR technologies.

Preferred Requirements

• Highly motivated self-starter capable of leading cross-functional teams towards a common goal.
• 3+ years of experience in deploying AGV / AMR technology into a manufacturing facility.
• Experience with PLC controls, industrial robotic systems, and virtual commissioning tools.
• Experience in planning, implementation, and onsite launch of large-scale AMR systems.
• Experience with Lean / Six-Sigma methodology and processes.
• Experience with PLC controls, industrial robotic systems, and virtual commissioning tools.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or veteran status.

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