Automation Technician III

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Automation Technician III

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Automation Technician III, are to:

• Support and carry out build, start-up, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and repair of automated systems;
• Installs, sets-up, troubleshoots, tests, and repairs new equipment including custom prototypes where documentation may be limited and interpretation, initiative, and research may be required;
• Assembles and commissions complex custom machinery per engineering design documentation;
• Carry out tasks to ensure all objectives including safety, technical correctness, maintainability, operability and documentation are met;
• Interface with various engineering disciplines, customers, and vendors/suppliers;
• Train operations, maintenance, and other personnel as required;
• Participate in check-out, commissioning, testing, start up, and field support;
• Contribute to modification of existing procedures, standards and practices to stay current with technology and assist with the implementation of improved methods;
• Identify safety risks. Participate in safety reviews and understand safety strategies including interlocks, alarms, procedures, safety systems, etc.;
• Provide direction and mentoring to other technicians in the execution of tasks as appropriate;
• Performs complex system start-up, troubleshooting and repairs in remote environments where assistance, tools, and parts are limited;
• Troubleshoots with end-users to advise repairs in-person and via phone, email, etc.;
• Provides edits (""red lines"") and feedback to engineering staff per build/repair procedures and operational experience;
• Their position will support the operations and engineering teams through execution of assignments individually and on a team;
• The incumbent is involved in problem solving on a daily basis;
• Provides technical expertise to maintain operations of cutting-edge automation systems;
• Helps implement alternative solutions to problems;
• Demonstrates technical knowledge and ability to adapt to changing circumstances;
• Displays flexibility in executing assignments;
• Applies and adheres to standards and policies/procedures and identify deviations;
• Freedom to Act / Decision-Making and Impact;
• Ability to operate independently on assignments with guidance from more managers and engineers. Contributes to decisions that impact technical correctness, appropriateness for production needs, safety, and quality of processes;
• Reports administratively to the functional platform lead or assigned designate;
• Matrix reporting for large projects to the lead platform engineer or to the respective Project Manager;
• Can be functionally responsible for less senior Bayer and/or contract technicians as a project or assignment related activity;
• Participation in working groups at the department level may be assigned to the incumbent;
• Works closely with project and process engineers, design engineers, scientists, operations personnel, and safety personnel, purchasing department, and vendors / suppliers.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE (Life Integrity Flexibility Efficiency) values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Education, training, or experience in electrical, mechanical, agricultural, computer/information, or industrial technologies or a related field with strong interest in automation;
• Significant experience in one or more of: automation, systems testing, automation support, field service, complex equipment repairs, etc.;
• Working knowledge of safety systems, proper assembly and startup procedures, automation validation procedures, quality assurance techniques, and automated system integration;
• Strong relevant computer hardware and software skills;
• Familiarity with relevant national and international standards in area of expertise;
• Significant understanding of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems; corresponding proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing such systems;
• Significant ability to read, comprehend, and build from schematics and drawings;
• Demonstrated experience with automated controls systems, wiring, mechanical assembly, etc.;
• Some experience in providing field support and/or participating in check out, commissioning, and start-up of automated systems;
• Systematic approach to problem definition and solution development;
• Ability to work as a member of cross-functional teams and to participate in multiple projects simultaneously;
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills to interact with wide range of colleagues;
• Good verbal and written skills to communicate with and obtain alignment with team members;
• Business-proficiency of oral and written English language;
• Ability and interest in hands-on troubleshooting, testing, adjusting, and maintaining automated systems;
• Experience with hand, power, and some machine shop tools;
• Ability to adjust, disassemble, repair, and reassemble complex equipment and machinery;
• Willingness and availability to travel depending on project or business needs;
• General understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and responsibilities;
• Valid Drivers’ License and eligibility to drive a company car or pooled vehicle (driving record must meet guidelines based on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers and MVR will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening).

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