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Automation Engineer

AT Flex
Flex

Automation Engineer

Mudu, China

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Software Design Engineer located in Suzhou SIP.

Reporting to the Automation Manager, the Software Design Engineer role involves...

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What a typical day looks like:
  • Lead and coordinate each BU to implement Suzhou site automation projects and track progress.
  • Responsible for non-standard and standard automation design, develop, and implement software solutions, create robust and efficient software platform.
  • Automation project management(opportunity capture/feasibility evaluation/ risk assessment/ proposal review/ specification define/ machine buy-off).
  • Collaborate with cross functional BU and sister site production team and outside vendors to ensure successful integration.
  • Collaborate with each BU to develop universal AI inspection platform for PCBA and Box build inspection.
  • Good automation projects inhouse duplicate and sister site yokoten
The experience we're looking to add to our team:
  • Bachelor for Software engineering or related field, at least 5years relevant work experience.
  • Responsible for C#-based host computer software development, ensuring efficient and stable system operation.
  • Proficient in Python for automation script development and optimization.
  • Experienced in developing or using vision software such as IMVS, VisionPro, or Halcon.
  • Has experience in integrating with major brand robotic arms and PLCs.
  • Capable of independently completing the design, debugging, and implementation of software components for automation projects.
  • Strong problem solving skills and adaptability to unique challenges.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Social Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO
Job Category
Production Engineering

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

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 accessibility@flex.com 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).

Client-provided location(s): Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
Job ID: Flex-WD199540
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Unconscious Bias Training