Automation Engineer – Mechanical / Electrical

About Aptiv

Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener and more connected solutions, which enable the future of mobility. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Aptiv has 160,000 employees and operates 14 technical centers, as well as manufacturing sites and customer support centers, in 44 countries. Visit aptiv.com

Today, our mission is to shape the world with more safer, greener and more connected solutions that's changing the world. We are dedicated to bring the next generation of autonomous vehicles, smart cities and connectivity to life.

Aptiv Connection Systems, Chennai Engineering Center in Chennai, India established in 2001 catering complete product development solutions right from concept design till validation testing to global OEMs.

Major Accountabilities

· Be prime responsible for industrialization and sustaining of Automatic / manual assembly lines, End of line Electrical / leak / vision testers, gauges, fixtures etc.

· Experience in developing and commissioning End-of-Line (EOL) testing systems, including High Voltage (HV), Continuity, Insulation Resistance (IR), and Leak Testing applications.

· Strong knowledge of PLC programming, troubleshooting, and integration using Delta, Mitsubishi, Siemens, and Omron controllers.

· Skilled in development, implementation, and troubleshooting of machine vision systems using Keyence, Cognex, and Basler platforms.

· Knowledge in the process of Torquing,Pressing,Stacking.

· Knowledge in the design and development of jigs, fixtures, gauges, and poka-yoke systems to support manufacturing and quality requirements.

· Able to clearly understand the customer requirements and technical / product requirements as defined by Product Engineering team and customer. Develop suitable manufacturing process and suitable assembly line in consultation with Product Engineering and core competency center.

• Experience in special purpose machine build and debugging is preferred
• Ability to trouble shoot problems in automated assembly lines
• Prepare, Ensure and maintain Bill of Process. Prepare Engineering and production documentation meeting Aptiv and customer / IATF audit requirements
• Ensure following Bill of Process benchmarked with Industry and other Aptiv sites
• Identify robust, cost effective manufacturing solutions
• Work with CFT, automation / tooling team and suppliers for timely completion of projects
• Provide training to team members.
• Other tasks assigned

Work with quality team for qualification of part and process . Support PPAP activities

Education/Training - Requirements

Engineering Degree / Diploma (Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics) -- Mandatory

Experience in Robots / PLC / Vision System / Torquing system) -- Recommended

Experience on Special Purpose Machine / Assembly line Development -- Mandatory

Traits we seek

• People manager who owns the team as well as individual responsibilities and acts with urgency in meeting the organizational objectives.
• Demonstrating by example.
• An effective communicator, actively collaborates with diverse cross functional teams of internal and external in nature.
• Drive for changes with high level of ownership to win as a team.
• Problem solving and critical thinking capabilities, inquisitiveness to learn continuously with growth mindset.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
• Competitive health benefits
• Learning and development environment
• Innovation opportunities and recognitions
• Opportunities to collaborate with global talents

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