7 Research Dr, Greenville, SC 29607, USA Req #4629
COMPANY: JTEKT North America
DEPARTMENT: Production Engineering
LOCATION CLASSIFICATION REPORTS TO: Manager – Production Engineering
GRADE: 102 (Depending on Experience)
Summary/Purpose This position is responsible for the build, assembly and machine shop activities associated with the fabrication of custom machinery for the Production Engineering Group. A person filling this job contributes significantly to the success of JTEKT by supporting manufacturing technology equipment & development.
Essential Duties and Accountabilities Mechanical Assembly: Assemble mechanical parts and devices, including motors, sensors, cylinders, custom fabricated components; mechanically assemble and align precision mechanisms; install/plumb pneumatic devices and mechanisms; determine optimum routing for hoses and wiring.Electrical Wiring: Route wiring between machine devices and electrical enclosures; terminate wiring appropriately as needed; understand codes & requirements for electrical wiring; layout and install wireways and cable trays.General Fabrication: Machine/modify custom components from various materials to print, utilizing mill, lathe & surface grinder. Fabricate sheet metal, extruded aluminum and other materials, weld and paint components.Provide support as needed for equipment built/installed in manufacturing facilities by the Production Engineering Group.Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Conventional Machining (Mill/Lathe, surface grinder), print reading, measuring tools.Experience with mechanical and electrical build of automated manufacturing equipment.Ability to read wiring schematics and plumbing diagrams for automated equipment.Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems.Ability to troubleshoot custom automated equipment.Education and Experience Machine Tool Technology degree (AS).+2 years - Machine tools (manual) and the machining of closed tolerance metal components.+2 years - Reading mechanical prints.Work Environment/Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
Walking, stooping, climbing may be required for daily work in the shop or in manufacturing plants. Lifting, pushing, pulling 50 lbs. or heavier objects may be required. Bending and twisting will be required to access difficult to reach machinery components. Position requires working with power tools and may involve sanding/grinding and other processes that create loud noises/fumes. PPE to protect vision, hearing, hands, and safety shoes are required. Occasional travel is also required. Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
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