Mechanical Project Engineer (Automated Material Handling)

Michelin is hiring!

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US0 Central Engineering Headquarters: Come join our growing team of mechanical, electrical, automation, and IT engineers at our Central Engineering Headquarters, located at the Donaldson Campus in Greenville, South Carolina.  Our team of Engineers is responsible for the successful implementation of major capital projects throughout North and South America.  These state-of-the-art projects relate to new and upgraded material handling, material preparation, tire-building, and curing processes at our Manufacturing Facilities throughout the U.S., Mexico, Brazil, and Canada. 

THE OPPORTUNITY

Michelin has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead, design, and implement mechanical and automation solutions to improve our performance in safety, quality, productivity, delivery, costs, and innovation.  Michelin’s purpose is to support everyone’s right to move freely to find their better way forward.  Innovation and performance open mobility opportunities to people who were limited geographically or economically before.  Entry level training is provided by Michelin and will include formal classes and on-the-job mentoring under an experienced area expert. If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by you should consider joining us, the Worldwide leader in Tires!

This specific position specializes in automated material handling systems, utilizing conveyor, AGV, ASRS, and robotic technologies

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

• Conduct pre-studies, prototypes, and pilots to capture business requirements and determine the best solutions in terms of costs/benefits, deadlines, risks, and functional capabilities.
• Adhere to the quality system and established methods (risk analyses, FMEA, design reviews, quality planning, treatment of non-conformities, etc.).
• Design, build, and lead implementation projects to improve plant performance by replacing outdated systems, improving existing equipment, or adding new innovations to make progress.
• Implement and monitor actions necessary to mitigate risks (calculations, simulations, tests, etc.)
• Implement best practices for design and development, including worldwide sharing of best practices.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors and contractors.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in manufacturing.
• Prepare detailed technical specifications for process equipment and machine installation activities.
• Provide detailed mechanical design and project management for assigned projects.
• Provide estimates and technical schedules for all phases of process equipment addition, replacement or upgrade.
• Facilitate procurement, acceptance inspections, and maintain “as built” folders for assigned material and equipment projects.
• Provide backup support and training to plant maintenance teams on new systems that they implement.
• Travel as needed up to 30%, worldwide, Canada, USA, Mexico, and some European.
• Provide project support, especially during installation, start-up and ramp up phases, is often "on-site" and "hands on", and many projects include implementation schedules during holidays and shutdowns.

Additional for Senior Level:

• Start to finish technical Project Management including risk, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Lead/Participate in system approvals, qualification, and validation of industrial robustness.
• Manage change requests, approvals, and change testing.
• Lead contractors or maintenance installation teams during equipment modifications & machine installations through start-up and commissioning.
• Acquire validation of milestones during the installation, start-up and ramp-up of the equipment in collaboration with team members
• Assist local technicians in troubleshooting and root cause analysis as needed.
• Interface with internal company support groups to accomplish objectives and provide contract engineering management and direction when needed.
• Act as Equipment Referent (Owner) for specific machines, maintaining all documentation and relationships.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent technical experience.
• Ability to set and achieve goals with minimum supervision.
• Self-motivation with a high degree of integrity and able to perform job duties with minimal direction on a timely basis.
• Success in working with other people or a team to meet a common objective.
• Developed/implemented team or group project plans that met or exceeded expectations.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and data accuracy in previous work.
• Experience with mechanics of materials, stress analysis and FEA is preferred.
• Experience with mechanical design standards; OSHA, ASME, ANSI, ISO, etc.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, piping and fittings.
• Experience with lifting devices, cranes, jibs, below the hook devices & end-effectors.
• Knowledge of sizing and selection of motors, reducers and servos.
• Complete machine design for parts, assemblies, detail drawings, bill of material, motion and interference analysis using Solid Works 3D CAD software.
• Engineering document management experience, Siemens Team Center preferred.

Additional for Senior Level:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role or 7-10 years in a manufacturing maintenance area.
• Able to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle strict deadlines.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for responsible equipment.
• Ability to coach, mentor and train junior engineers.
• Proven experience in project management, from conception to completion.
• Strong understanding of procurement, installation, commissioning, and start-up of complex manufacturing systems.
• Robotic experience is preferred, but not required. Specific experience with Fanuc or Yaskawa is a plus.
• Experience with advanced technologies such as AGV, ASRS, vision systems, machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Join our team and be a part of our global digital transformation journey towards factories of the future. If you have a passion for automation, project management and advanced robotic technologies, we encourage you to apply today. We care about giving people a better way forward as we manufacture the future.

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Inspire Motion for Life: Apply Today!

As the leading mobility company, we work with tires, around tires and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Dedicated to enhancing our clients’ mobility and sustainability, Michelin designs and distributes the most suitable tires, services and solutions for our customers’ needs. Michelin provides digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences. Bringing our expertise to new markets, we invest in high-technology materials, 3D printing and hydrogen, to serve a wide a variety of industries—from aerospace to biotech. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Michelin North America has approximately 23,000 employees and operates 34 production facilities in the United States and Canada.

MICHELIN® tires have been ranked the #1 Tire Brand across major categories and segments by industry experts and consumers alike. For nearly three decades we’ve been recognized for our achievements in Customer Satisfaction, Performance, Durability, Technology and Innovation.

Michelin cares for the personal and professional development of its employees. We support career advancement through various options, which include: skill and career development, training, career exploration and work with cross-functional teams. We offer the possibility of a varied and fulfilling career path in an environment where unique contributions are valued.

Michelin offers 10 Business Resource Groups (BRGs) which are all-inclusive groups created and led by employees who have shared life experiences across various diversity dimensions. Each group supports business strategies and initiatives along with meeting the needs of members. The goal of each group is to help employees feel welcome and included, support employee engagement and encourage professional development. BRGs also provide cross-cultural support, career management resources and opportunities for community involvement.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at accommodations@michelin.com.

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

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