The primary responsibility of their role is to provide support for automation build, start-up, test, deployment, and repair. To execute assignments of medium to high complexity in a self-directed fashion (with little direct oversight), and to assist other team members with more complex tasks. 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

The primary responsibilities of this role are to: 

• Support and carry out build, start-up, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and repair of automated systems 

• Install, sets-up, troubleshoots, tests, and repairs new equipment including custom prototypes where documentation may be limited and interpretation, initiative, and research may be required. 

• Assemble and commission 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 

• Perform complex system start-up, troubleshooting and repairs in remote environments where assistance, tools, and parts are limited. 

• Troubleshoot with end-users to advise repairs in-person and via phone, email, etc. 

• Provide edits ("red lines") and feedback to engineering staff per build/repair procedures and operational experience. 

WHO YOU ARE 

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following: 

Required: 

• 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 in order 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