Automation engineer

Job DescriptionJob Responsibilities:Develop applications and features of the automation platform that support the manufacturing of UF LasersImplement process control testsSupport product line setup and new feature roll-outStation debugging and troubleshootingDocumentation of processes, experiments and featuresDevelop automation solutions to increase current performance, reduce cycle time or station footprint.Development of robot applications: program, test, and debugging using Python and Labview.Maintain production automation system, analyze cycle time, failure modes and propose improvements.Mechanical design of toolings for the robot arm and/or peripherals.Minimum Requirements:Master’s degree or degree from a Technical College in Automation, Robotics, or mechatronics.Proficient in Python. Willingness and skill to learn quickly new programming languages.Experience programming industrial robotsExcellent understanding of software design practices: version control, continuous integration, unit testing, etc.Creative problem solving skills.Teamwork orientation with strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills, as well as commitment to continuous improvement.Self-motivated, able to estimate, update and communicate tasks and small projects with the rest of the team.Fluency in English. German is a plus.Must be eligible to work in Switzerland on a full-time basis.Additional Desired Experience:Understanding of high volume manufacturing systems is a plus.Experience programming or troubleshooting PLCs.