Automation Engineer I

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer engineering or related field is preferred, a combination of years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• 0 - 2+ years of experience in an Automation Engineering role in the automotive industry
• Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems
• In-depth knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI/ RIA15.06, OSHA).
• Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment:
• Ladder logic PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix and RSLogix 5000)
• Safety PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix, SmartGuard, etc)
• Human Machine Interface (IGNITION IS A MUST)
• Field bus Networks (Ethernet IP, Safety rated field bus networks)
• Serial communication (RS-232) between PLCs and instruments
• Ethernet communications between machine PLCs and database systems
• Demonstrated excellence in programming PLCs. Must have a well-defined methodology for maintaining code structure and organization. Ability to program state machines for complex processes which involve multi-station parallel processing, pick and place automation, data acquisition, and PID control. Proven ability to design fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery
• Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (LVDT and pressure transducers, dispense systems, temperature controllers, DC nut runner torque controllers, current and power meters, etc)
• Experience programming Fanuc Robots is a plus
• Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc) is desired
• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is highly desired
• Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired
• Knowledge of production quality metrics is a plus
• Ability to use 3D CAD packages such as with SolidWorks and CATIA is a plus

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.

Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program.

Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build.

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