Automation & Tooling Engineer
Core
Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and long-term solutions for tooling/fixture maintenance and automated equipment in manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC automation & tooling engineer
Builds
Jigs, fixtures, and automated equipment for manufacturing operations
Domain
Manufacturing (HDD/storage systems)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Tooling/jig/fixture troubleshooting, PLC programming, HMI development, control-system troubleshooting, Python programming, AI/ML for predictive maintenance, SPC, Lean manufacturing, 6 Sigma, FMEA, 8D
Preferred skills
HDD manufacturing knowledge, ESD/contamination control, PLC/automation/robotics/machine vision/sensors/pneumatics/microcontrollers, Mechanical drawings/GD&T, Industry 5.0 awareness
Technologies
Python, Minitab, Spotfire, PLC, HMI, Machine Vision, Robotics, Sensors, Pneumatics, Microcontrollers
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot tooling/fixtures and automated equipment, analyze process indices (Cpk, MTBF, MTTR), upgrade/modify jigs and fixtures, train technicians and staff, supervise technical crew, liaise with vendors, analyze risks with EHS, ensure standardization across sites, develop OCAP flows for tooling setup and downtime.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC