Huf NA, Greeneville (TN) I United States (US)
Operations Engineering Intern
We are a leading developer and manufacturer of mechanical and electronic locking systems as well as car access and authorization systems for the global automotive industry. Founded in 1908 in Velbert, Germany, we are an independent, family-owned company with around 7,500 employees at locations in Europe, America and Asia and achieved sales of more than EUR 1.2 billion in the financial year 2023.
Your Role
- Performing the various tasks of the Operational Engineering Department as a team member of the global Business Unit Function Operations Engineering in order to achieve manufacturing processes within the time and cost targets in mostly self directed activities as describes below
- Interact with internal technical teams to understand their process/manufacturing requirements/standards.
- Develop and implement manufacturing specifications and training manuals and document procedures.
- Develop concept of automation equipment. This includes the selection, order and delivery tracking of automation components like: Electrical (sensors, wire/cables, connectors, PLCs, stepper motors, etc.), Pneumatic Valves and actuators, Mechanical components, Safety Guarding
- Track progress of in-house or externally machined components for projects
- Develop automation equipment sequencing for PLC programming
- Create/Maintain Bill of Material for automation equipment projects and monitor and compare purchased component costs
- Set-up, maintain and troubleshoot machines with in-depth understanding of: Vision Systems, Electrical Wiring, PLC, Mechanical assembly of equipment
- Recommend measures to optimize and ensure line set up and capacity meet projected volumes.
- Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations.
- Remain in contact with vendors to keep up-to-date with the latest technology advances
Your Skills
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Mechatronics Manufacturing field or working towards Master's degree in Engineering field (machanical or electrical). Robot operating skills.
- PLC programming skills required.
- Previous robotic experience in programming and installation of equipment
- Basic machining in mill, lathe, bench grinder, drill press, etc.
- Equipment and process validation experience
- Able to understand a broad range of equipment functions
- Understanding of process cycle times, quality systems ISO 14000 and IATF TS 16949.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities.
- Ability to work with all levels of the organization.
What we offer
- Career development Opportunities