Machine Build Specialist

Technician – Machine Build (Specialist)

COMPANY

JTEKT North America

DEPARTMENT

Production Engineering

LOCATION

Vonore, TN

CLASSIFICATION

Salaried Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Supervisor - Mechatronics

GRADE

104

Summary/Purpose

This position is responsible for the build, assembly and / or machine shop activities associated with the fabrication of custom machinery, Overhaul and Robotic Automation Projects for the VON Mechatronics department. 

Essential Duties and Accountabilities, 2 areas of expertise.

• Mechanical Assembly: Assemble mechanical parts and devices, including motors, sensors, cylinders, custom fabricated components; mechanically assemble and align precision mechanisms; install/plumb pneumatic devices and mechanisms; determine optimum routing for hoses and wiring
• Electrical Wiring:Route wiring between machine devices and electrical enclosures; terminate wiring appropriately as needed; understand codes & requirements for electrical wiring; layout and install wireways and cable trays
• General Fabrication:  Machine/modify custom components from various materials to print, utilizing mill, lathe & surface grinder. Fabricate sheet metal, extruded aluminum and other materials, weld and paint components
• Robotic Cell Builds: Able to understand CAD Layouts to build Robotic Cell Fencing / Guarding and associated safety devices. Understand basic Robot functionality to move and Teach Robots for Initial setup and Pedestal Mounting

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with mechanical and/or electrical build of automated manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read wiring schematics and plumbing diagrams for automated equipment
• Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems
• Exposure to Robotics
• Ability to troubleshoot custom automated equipment

Education and Experience

• Machine Tool Technology degree / Industrial Technology (AS)
• +4 years – Machine Tool or Robotic Installation / Maintenance.
• +4 years - Reading mechanical, Electrical or Tool Room prints. Depending on area of expertise.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

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

Walking, stooping, climbing may be required for daily work in the shop or in manufacturing plants.

Lifting, pushing, pulling 50 lbs. or heavier objects may be required.

Bending and twisting will be required to access difficult to reach machinery components.

Position requires working with power tools and may involve sanding/grinding and other processes that create loud noises/fumes. PPE to protect vision, hearing, hands, and safety shoes are required.

Occasional travel is also required.

Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.