Senior Automation Engineer - Electrical Engineering

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior Automation Engineer - Electrical Engineering at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for creating complex automated and robotic systems, applications and integrated manufacturing equipment in a team environment that contributes to improved operations and Smart Factory enablement while leading efforts in researching and developing new, cutting-edge automation concepts and solutions through system designs and programming, integrating them into a working solution.

Essential Functions

• Develops electrical wiring diagrams, control system diagrams, network layouts, and panel layouts using CAD tools to support complex system designs
• Integrates hardware and equipment into systems through PLC programming and software integrations
• Leads efforts in advancing technology development through new integrations of sensors, visions systems, hardware and controls equipment
• Reviews moderately complex designs and provides constructive feedback
• Leads complex projects by coordinating activities and deliverables across multiple automation engineering leads
• Applies subject matter expertise to resolve complex technical issues and support engineering solutions
• Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or another related engineering discipline AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a rule)
• Demonstrated knowledge and capability to use CAD software for completing electrical designs
• Must possess experience in designing, programming, building and troubleshooting complex electrical systems
• Must demonstrate full use of industry standards and procedures
• Must be positive, detail/team oriented, work collaboratively/proactively/effectively with minimal supervision and the ability to prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced, and challenging environment
• Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in developing solutions in a timely fashion and thoroughly document work in an organized manner, creating revision-controlled documentation

Desired Qualifications

• CAD expertise in AutoCAD and/or EPlan
• PLC programming expertise in Allen-Bradley and/or Beckhoff
• Familiarity with some software development in C#, Python or Java
• Previous experience working with robotics/controls systems/mechanical or electrical design/software development

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits