Manufacturing and Automation Engineer

CET is looking for a knowledgeable and self-driven Manufacturing and Automation Engineer, with hands-on experience in the design, implementation, and operation of robotic systems. This role requires independent and collaborative work, innovative thought, project management, and clear communication. CET is a leader in carbon fiber and composite solutions, and this role will require familiarity with composite design and fabrication. This candidate will develop and lead a new Robotics/Automated Manufacturing Department.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Work with company leadership to implement and install new automated robotic equipment for composite manufacturing.
  • System Design/Procurement
  • Programming/Configuration
  • FAT/SAT/Commissioning
• Lead your own Research and Development projects: developing project timelines, goals, prototypes, and testing, to advance automated manufacturing processes within the company.
• Develop innovative manufacturing solutions for both existing and new composite assemblies.
  • Design, program, simulate and test automated processes and machinery
  • Integrate automation training for new systems with technicians
  • Review and support equipment safety risk assessments
• Work with a team of composite designers, engineers, and technicians to fabricate composite structures, mechanical assemblies, and integration of undersea technologies.
• Manage existing additive manufacturing technologies

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or related STEM area and at least two years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related area

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Undersea Systems and technologies
• A strong understanding for composite materials, properties, and material testing
• Experience with Control Systems, configurations, and support

• Experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience implementing automation solutions in a manufacturing environment, including experience programming Robotic and Additive Manufacturing systems
• Must have fluency in MS Office software applications

• 3D Solid Modeling experience using a CAD software: Rhino, Solidworks
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software

Position Type & Expected Work Hours

This is a full-time hourly position, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30p.m. This position may require longer hours and weekend work.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.