Foxconn

Automation Mechanical Engineer (PE_AME A Group)-Houston,TX

Foxconn  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Purpose of the position
Automation Mechanical Engineer:The role encompasses responsibilities such as equipment maintenance, technical renovation, and automation upgrades. Its contributions lie in ensuring the efficient operation of equipment while driving cost reduction and efficiency improvements for enterprises through innovation and team collaboration, thereby promoting industrial upgrading.      

Duties and Responsibilities       
1. Responsible for daily maintenance, calibration, repair, and anomaly resolution of fixture and equipment to ensure stable operations. Examples include: Developing preventive maintenance plans to reduce sudden failures and responding promptly to production line stoppages.
2. Participates in fixture and equipment retrofit, introducing new fixture and equipment, and optimizing processes to meet evolving production demands. For instance: Modifying software or hardware to adapt old fixture and equipment to new specifications.
3. Designs and implements automation projects, such as robotic material handling systems and fixture recycling lines, to reduce labor intensity and support smart manufacturing transitions.  
4. Collaborates with production, procurement, and suppliers to coordinate resources and resolve issues.
5. Compiles abnormality reports, technical documents, and provides technical training to teams.
6. Enhancing production efficiency by improving yield rates and units per hour (UPH).   

Education and work experience
  • Successful completion of 4-years of high school, or equivalent, plus completion of 4 years of college with a bachelor’s degree. 
  • Degree required: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering
  • Over 3 years to 5 years of experience required.
  • Experience on project management, lead engineering team to fix the technical issue, optimize the process and improve the yield/retest rate.
  • Hands-on experience deploying automated system, digital system and predictive maintenance solutions.   

Working conditions
This role is primarily based in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility, requiring daily presence on the production floor to oversee processes, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational efficiency.
May require occasional weekend hours to support production deadlines, emergency repairs, or project implementations. 

Skills:
Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical analysis tools.
Core Competencies: Technical and Professional Expertise, Learns Continuously, Problem Solving, Communicates Powerfully and Prolifically
Functional Competencies: Project Management, Innovative Thinking, Technology Savvy, Risk Management
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About Foxconn

Established in Taiwan in 1974, Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) (2317: Taiwan) is the world’s largest electronics manufacturer. Foxconn is also the leading technological solution provider, and it continuously leverages its expertise in software and hardware to integrate its unique manufacturing systems with emerging technologies. By capitalizing on its expertise in Cloud Computing, Mobile Devices, IoT, Big Data, AI, Smart Networks, and Robotics / Automation, the Group has expanded not only its capabilities into the development of electric vehicles, digital health and robotics, but also three key technologies –AI, semiconductors and new-generation communications technology – which are key to driving its long-term growth strategy and the four core product pillars: Consumer Products, Enterprise Products, Computing Products and Components and Others. In 2021, Hon Hai's annual revenue reached NT$5.99 trillion.

The company has established R&D and manufacturing centers in other markets around the world including China, India, Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Czech Republic, U.S. and more. With a focus on research and development, the company owns more than 54,253 patents. In addition to maximizing value-creation for customers who include many of the world’s leading technology companies, Foxconn is also dedicated to championing environmental sustainability in the manufacturing process and serving as a best-practices model for global enterprises.

The company has received widespread international accolades and recognition since its establishment. The company ranked 22nd on the Fortune Global 500 rankings in 2021 and 25th in the Top 100 Digital Companies in the Forbes ranking of the World’s Best Employers in 2019. Moreover, on Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2021 rankings, the company ranked 1st in Taiwan. Foxconn is also the only Taiwanese ​private company awarded for 5 consecutive years of Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators (2018 - 2022).

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Unknown
Year Founded
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