Advanced Robotics Application Engineer (m/f/d)

Role Summary

Magna Corporate R&D is seeking a talented, visionary and self-motivated Application Engineer to be a part of the Advanced Robotics Group, which will create new automation solutions that improve overall system efficiencies, using advanced robotic technologies. 

The ideal candidate will be the main technical resource for the implementation of Advanced Robotics software providing problem solving support during implementation. They will also analyze and resolve any faults and bugs in the software, and effectively communicate the issues to the external software developer. They will be capable to load and setup system software and can resolve any communication or interface issues. 

The ideal candidate will be working in a culture that fosters creativity and problem solving. This position will play a key part in the Advanced Robotics Group and be a part of a tightly knit development team that creates advanced manufacturing solutions for the future. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the introduction of Advanced Robotics software to internal groups, divisions and external integrators. 
• Support the identification of suitable programs and operations within Magna groups and divisions for Advanced Robotics software use. 
• Support feasibility analysis of potential applications.  
• Be the technology interface to the Magna Groups and Divisions. 
• Assist with the scheduling and coordination of Advanced Robotics Software Training. 
• Assist with the ongoing sales of Magna Advanced Robotics Software within Magna Groups and Divisions. 
• Follow the status of current System Integration projects. 
• Provide support to the PPAP team during startup phase 
• Support project launches at the Magna Divisions. 
• Specify ancillary equipment relative to the automation project including Robot, vision cameras and provide gripping ideas. 
• Provide limited tech support during build, install and launch of Advanced Robotics applications. 
• Follow project implementation progress and adherence to timelines. 
• Support data collection activities of installed applications. 
• Provide insight and support to the future development plan of Advanced Robotics Software 
• Follow and assist with application software support 
• Support the reporting of software bugs. 
• Provide the Software development team with suggestions and provide insight for the software development path. 
• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.  
• Create and strive a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional and technical knowledge. 
• Promote and seek excellence in all aspects of the business.  
• Comply with the designated ISO / TS 16949 responsibilities, Health & Safety (H&S) rules and practices, Magna policies, procedures and practices.  
• Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.  
• Perform any other assignments from time-to-time as management so directs. 

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• Creative and self-motivating with the ability to understand and divide a vision into prioritized tasks.  
• Strong experience in the visualization of end goals and applying the vision to automation projects. 
• Provide the customer and company-wide perspective to detailed technical decisions. 
• Ability to work on challenging assignments with aggressive schedules. 
• Experience in Cycle time analysis of robotic cells. 
• Understanding of PLC, networking protocols and technologies. 
• Experience in Robot programming basics (ABB, Yaskawa, Fanuc). 
• Experience in software programming (C++ and/or Python is a plus). 
• Excellent written (white papers) and oral communication skills in English. 
• Has the creativity and technical ability to initiate, direct, and control specific projects within the specific area of responsibility. 
• Has the ability to interpret technical specifications and/or requirements. 
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways. 
• Technical aptitude to understand technology from first principals, engineering, materials and manufacturing subjects. 
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways. 
• Readiness to travel international & domestic up to 50% annually

Education / Experience

BS/MS/PhD in electrical, mechanical or equivalent engineering discipline with appropriate coursework focus 

Additional Information

The annual remuneration package for this position is a minimum of EUR 47,000 - with corresponding qualification. We offer attractive benefits (e.g., employee profit participation program) and a salary which is in line with market conditions depending on your skills and experience.

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