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Senior Engineer - Automation

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Sriperumbudur, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, IND
Senior level
In-Office
Sriperumbudur, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, IND
Senior level
The Senior Engineer will identify automation opportunities, conduct feasibility studies, design automation solutions, evaluate vendor proposals, lead tests, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
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Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Senior Engineer– Automation located in Sriperumbudur

What a typical day looks like:

  • Project Identification & Feasibility Analysis Observe and study existing manufacturing and assembly processes to identify automation opportunities. Conduct time studies, bottleneck analysis, and ergonomic assessments.

  • Evaluate technical feasibility, cost implications, and resource requirements. Prepare concept proposals and business cases, including cost–benefit analysis, ROI, and payback period.

  • Priorities automation projects aligned with factory goals, customer demand, and business strategy.

  • Must have MS Office experience to prepare daily reports to present.

  • Prepare design inputs, functional specifications, and control logic requirements. Ensure that solutions meet safety standards, operator ergonomics, and quality requirements.
    Vendor Selection & Technical Evaluation Prepare RFQs with clear scope, deliverables, and specifications.

  • Evaluate proposals based on cost, capability, technology, lead time, and track record. Conduct supplier assessments and technical reviews.

  • Collaborate closely with suppliers during design, build, and commissioning. Maintain transparent, professional communication and escalate issues as necessary.

  • Deployment, Handover & Production Support Release automated equipment into production with handover documentation. Develop work instructions, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides.       

  • Train operators, technicians, and maintenance teams. Provide ongoing support during initial ramp-up and stabilize performance. Monitor equipment uptime, OEE, cycle time, and process capability.

  • Safety, Ergonomics & Quality Control Ensure automation systems meet safety regulations and fail-safe requirements.

  • Minimize physical load and ergonomic risks to operators. Implement poka-yoke systems to eliminate assembly errors.

  • Validate quality at every stage using sensors, torque control, and vision tools.

  • Drive safe working habits and ensure EHS compliance.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

  • Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training.

  • Typically requires 6+ years of experience

  • Experience in Automation Build, Programming & Integration Support mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic fabrication. Assist or lead programming, including PLC logic development HMI screen design, Motion control integration, Networking of devices (IO, sensors, actuators) Integrate vision inspection, barcode reading, poka-yoke logic, and safety systems. Ensure all components function cohesively as a single system.

  • Programming language :SQL,Matlab,Python and PLC

  • Concept Design & System Architecture Convert process needs into automation concepts such as Jigs and fixtures Semi-automated or fully automated assemblies Robots or cobots, Vision systems and poka-yoke sensors, Material handling systems (conveyors, feeders, pick-to-light) Define automation system architecture (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation)

  • FAT, SAT, and Validation Define testing criteria and validation plans. Lead FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) at vendor location including Functionality Safety verification Cycle time achievement Repeatability Lead SAT (Site Acceptance Test) in plant Integration with shop floor utilities Debugging and finetuning Performance confirmation with real parts Document punch points, track closure, and validate against specifications

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide

  • Medical insurance

  • PTO

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Job CategoryProduction Engineering

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Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

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