If you enjoy clean mountain air, beautiful views, spectacular sunsets and skiing, fishing, boating, hiking, etc., and you are self-motivated and enjoy a creative, productive work experience, then move up to Kinematic Automation. Successful applicant must be self-motivated and show a keen sense of creativity, an ability to do effective troubleshooting, and a willingness to "get his or her hands dirty." Activities are seldom routine -- a great deal of variety will be encountered. An exciting and challenging career opportunity awaits the candidate with the right qualifications.

Current Job Openings:

SENIOR ELECTRICAL / CONTROLS ENGINEER

Minimum 5 yrs experience in complete design cycle ownership of Electrical/Controls design packages typical of precision automation equipment. Must be able to design and specify complete electrical/controls package based on Software Requirements Specification (SRS) and customer requirements, including documentation for acceptance and validation testing. Successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in the development, troubleshooting and debug of complex PLC programs. Experience must also include selection of sensors, motors, drives, controllers, and vision systems, with PC and supervisory controls interfaces and communications.  Use of AutoCAD to create layouts, schematics & related documentation preferred.  Some travel required.

SENIOR MACHINE DESIGNER

DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING

DESCRIPTION: The Senior Machine Designer (SMD) is responsible for the complete design cycle ownership of precision automation equipment.  This responsibility includes completing machine designs and detailed drawings as well as BOM’s within the planned time schedule as required for customer orders.  The (SMD) must be able to interpret complex engineering specifications and apply those specifications to the design of components and sub-assemblies using sound design principles, creative and independent judgment, and generate accurate detailed drawings and BOMs. These drawings and documents will be generated using SolidWorks and completed in a manner consistent with Kinematic Automation standards, policy and procedure. The (SMD) will develop documentation and collaborate with Controls Engineering as required to develop machine control systems.  The (SMD) will also need to effectively communicate with customers, manufacturing staff and vendors to gather and disseminate necessary information related to projects.  The (SMD) will be required to research, select and requisition commercial parts. The (SMD) is responsible for managing his/her time and to report any adverse progress of the completion of tasks to the Director of Engineering.

REPORTING:   The Senior Machine Designer reports to the Director of Engineering.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Education and Experience

Required:   High school or higher degree.  Minimum seven years experience in complete design cycle ownership of Mechanical design packages typical of precision automation equipment.  Experience with precision and high-speed material handling equipment required.  SolidWorks or similar CAD experience required.

Preferred:    BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, with proficiency in SolidWorks.

2. Skills

Required:  SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Office, machine design.

Preferred:  SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Office, Computer literacy, internet experience, machining techniques, fabrication techniques, high speed material handling, web handling experience, coating, laminating, slitting.

3. Physical

Sitting and operating a computer for extended periods. Standing, walking and bending necessary to inspect and troubleshoot machine components. The ability to manipulate and read micrometers, calipers, and other measurement instruments.

DUTIES:

• Always exhibit good customer service (internal and external)
• Daily progress reports to the Director of Engineering
• Seek guidance and direction as necessary to perform duties
• Adhere to and develop Engineering standards and procedures
• Make Prompt informed decisions
• Support, follow and develop lean manufacturing practices
• Use good Judgment be well organized
• Follow all company procedures and policies
• Maintain cooperative working relationships
• Always make effective use of time
• Take initiative to recognize and perform needed tasks that may not be specifically assigned
• Reliable attendance
• Provide advance notice of time off
• Perform other duties and tasks as may be assigned by the Director of Engineering
• Some travel required

Fax, Mail (attention Human Resources) or apply in person at Kinematic Automation, Inc 21085 Longeway Road, Sonora, CA 95370.

You can also Email  your resume & cover letter to Human Resources by clicking the link above.

Kinematic offers an excellent benefit package including health and dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program and profit sharing. Kinematic is an equal opportunity employer.