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(USA) Staff Automation Engineer - Automated System Fabrication and Assembly

Walmart

Walmart

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Software Engineering
Bentonville, AR, USA
Posted on Saturday, April 29, 2023

(USA) Staff Automation Engineer - Automated System...

(USA) Staff Automation Engineer - Automated System Fabrication and Assembly

  • Location BENTONVILLE, AR
  • Job Function Software Development and Engineering
  • Employment Type Regular/Permanent
  • Position Type Salary
  • Requisition R-1466347

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

As a Staff Automation Engineer on the Walmart Ambient Innovation & Automation team, you will provide mechanical design, fabrication, assembly, and Innovation Lab operational support services for the Advanced Engineering – Technical Engineering (T&E) team to ensure internal development objectives are delivered on-time and within budget.

This position will be based in Bentonville, Arkansas (not open to remote-based candidates) and will report to the Senior Director, Advanced Engineering.

What you’ll do…

  • Develop, lead, and motivate to achieve departmental goals with a focus on optimization of internally developed solution workstreams.
  • Work effectively and expeditiously alongside dynamically allocated internal and external stakeholders to accommodate individual objective needs.
  • Efficiently manage multiple complex tasks.
  • Gather and analyze quantifiable information to plan the most effective course of action.
  • Develop goals and objectives that are measurable.
  • Anticipate potential problems and develop contingency plans to avoid them

Role Expectations

  • Continuous coordination with Technical Engineering to maximize development capability at the lowest possible costs (time and monetary)
  • Fabrication and assembly of automated and ancillary system component designs
  • Automated system installation services and applicable sub-contractor management (if required)
  • Quotation and procurement of externally fabricated system components and related services
  • Collaborate with leadership to build strategy and scale for internal fabrication and assembly capabilities
  • Co-management of low-level group resources (e.g. tools, consumable items, shop housekeeping)

Essential Job Skills

  • Communication: Must be highly customer-oriented and able to clearly communicate with and influence internal and external stakeholders for the benefit of satisfying project and broader organizational objectives.
  • Management: Must understand, co-develop, and execute procedures for managing internal and external fabrication activities and workflows. These include, but are not limited to, basic design, material & consumable component procurement, fabrication, and inventory management across multiple engineering and trades disciplines.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Computer: Must have excellent office computer skills including e-mail, word processing and spreadsheets. MS Project (or similar) proficiency is a plus.
    • Drawings: Must be able to read mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fabrication sketches, diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
    • CAD/CAM: Must possess basic SolidWorks design capability with a high level of CAM software proficiency to translate CAD models into executable CNC programs.
    • Machine Tool: Must effectively utilize both manual and CNC milling, turning, grinding and cutting machinery to deliver high-precision and accuracy (three-decimal place in. tolerance) machine components. 5-axis CNC milling and lathe experience is a plus.
    • Hand Tools: Must be able to utilize basic mechanical and electrical hand tools to aid in the fabrication and assembly of machine components and assemblies.
    • Metrology and Test Instrumentation: Must be able to utilize basic mechanical and electrical metrology and diagnostic equipment to aid in the fabrication and assembly of machine components and assemblies.
    • Welding: Must be able to MIG weld ferrous machine components in both structural and aesthetically oriented applications. Ferrous and non-ferrous TIG experience preferred.
    • Assembly: Must be able to assemble complex electro/mechanical machine components and assemblies of all types.
    • Procurement: Must have working knowledge of estimation, standard procurement, and delivery processes within a broad range of applicable raw-material and turn-key solution suppliers. Local supplier base experience preferred.

Educational Requirements

  • Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 5 years’ experience in Engineering, Fabrication, and Machine Building.
  • Option 2: Related vocational training certification AND/OR Applied Science Degree PLUS 5 years of experience in Fabrication and Machine Building.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks:

Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

Who We Are

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. careers.walmart.com

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 3 years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. Option 2: 5
years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Masters: Computer Engineering

Primary Location...

2901 SE I STREET, STE TBD, BENTONVILLE, AR 72712-0000, United States of America

About Walmart

At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability—and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries—all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.

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All the benefits you need for you and your family

  • Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents
  • Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Pay during military service
  • Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental
  • Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.

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