Sr. Automation Designer

Join Ashley Furniture " Worlds Largest Furniture Manufacturer" Dynamic Automation Design team at our Advance, NC Manufacturing Facility.

Please Note: This is an onsite position located in Advance, NC

Position

Summary

The Senior Automation Designer will work independently or with the team of Engineers, Technicians and component suppliers todesign, build and operate machines. This position will design automation equipment and machines from concept throughimplementation. The design for machine building will include 3D associative solid models, detail drawings, weldment drawings andassemblies, 2D and 3D electrical drawings. The Senior Automation Designer will accurately develop solid models of completelyassembled products and detail parts including bill of materials (BOM). The Senior Automation Designer will develop and maintainall 3D CAD drawings and work instructions. This position will work proactively with Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineers toensure timely scheduling, production, cost savings and continuous improvement processes.This position is responsible for independently evaluating, selecting and applying standard mechanical design techniques,procedures and criteria in solving technical problems pertaining to machine design and/or development, manufacturability, productquality and test or systems compatibility.The Senior Automation Designer will support manufacturing and assembly teams from a design and specifications role.

What Will You Do?

You will work independently or with the team of Engineers, Technicians and component suppliers to design, build and operate machines. Design automation equipment and machines from concept through implementation. The design for machine building willinclude 3D associative solid models, detail drawings, weldment drawings and assemblies, 2D and 3D electrical drawings. Accuratelydevelop solid models of completely assembled products and detail parts including bill of materials (BOM).Develop and maintain all3D CAD drawings and work instructions. Work proactively with Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineers to ensure timelyscheduling, production, cost savings and continuous improvement processes.You will be responsible for independently evaluating, selecting and applying standard mechanical design techniques, proceduresand criteria in solving technical problems pertaining to machine design and/or development, manufacturability, product quality andtest or systems compatibility. Support manufacturing and assembly teams from a design and specifications role.

Responsibilities

Draft solid models and prints based on the design drawing or rough drafted products.Ensure all components of the product are itemized while ensuring cost efficiency.Attend and assist at all rough mock-ups and first construction sessions of machines. Ensure the equipment is built according toprint and make any revisions as necessary. Troubleshoot equipment design or engineering for problems and recommend solutions.Manage major project implementation by creating timelines for both manufactured and purchased components for new automationmachines and equipment; including implementation of automation cells with multiple robots.Draw all 2D electrical schematics as well as 3D electrical design using 2D and 3D software with the assistance of the AutomationEngineers and Technicians.Perform robotic simulations when required in design using simulation software.Frequently interact with employees and operations management. Attend and actively participate in Product Development,Software, Assembly, Fab, Design, Programming and Quality meetings to provide basic information and/or detailed proceduralexplanations or technical responses in order to improve engineering and manufacturing processes and products.Complete engineering special projects including product improvement initiatives, product testing and assisting with standardizingengineering and manufacturing procedures, components, tooling, etc.Stay current with engineering concepts, participate in training on new releases of software, manufacturing techniques and qualityconcepts; train other individuals and departments in the same.Enter all machine drawings, electrical schematics, BOM’s into Machine manuals with the correct labeling as well as backed up inthe correct

locations.Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.

What Do You Need?

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Design\Engineering or related field, or equivalent work

experience,Required 5 years’ design

experience using 3D modeling software, Required3D electrical design software requiredCompany-issued PIV license, or ability to obtain within 30 days, Required

Benefits We Offer· Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program· Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off· Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings· Professional Development Opportunities· Ashley Wellness Centers (

location specific) and Medical Tourism· Telehealth· 401(k) and Profit Sharing· Life Insurance

Our Core Values

· Honesty & Integrity· Passion, Drive, Discipline· Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence· Dirty Fingernail· Growth FocusedTo learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:Corporate Social ResponsibilityWe are an

equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position

requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.