Mechatronics Engineer

Description

Job Summary: Mechatronics Engineer to design, optimize, and maintain automated systems and industrial equipment in plastic transformation processes, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement. Key Highlights: 1. Design and optimization of automated systems in the plastic industry. 2. PLC programming and maintenance of industrial automation systems. 3. Implementation of machinery improvements and scrap reduction. * **Position:** Mechatronics Engineer * **Department:** Production / Engineering / Maintenance * **Reports to:** Operations Director * **Location:** Santa Catarina **Job Objective** Design, optimize, and maintain automated systems and industrial equipment used in plastic transformation processes (injection, extrusion, blow molding), ensuring operational efficiency, reduction of downtime, and continuous improvement in quality and productivity. **Main Responsibilities** * Supervise and optimize **plastic injection, extrusion, and/or blow molding** processes. * PLC, HMI, and industrial automation system programming and maintenance. * Implement machinery improvements including: * Injection molding machines * Cartesian or 6-axis robots * Peripheral equipment (chillers, temperature controllers, dryers, grinders). * Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and control-related failures. * Develop automation projects and scrap reduction initiatives. * Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and apply methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing and TPM. * Develop preventive and predictive maintenance plans. * Coordinate with machinery and spare parts suppliers. * Comply with industrial safety and quality standards. **Required Technical Knowledge:** * Plastic transformation processes: * Injection molding * Extrusion * Blow molding * PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron, etc.). * Pneumatics, hydraulics, and industrial electrical systems. * Interpretation of electrical and mechanical diagrams. * Automation and control. * CAD software proficiency (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar). * Knowledge of plastic resins (PP, PE, PET, ABS, etc.). * Quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949 preferred). * Experience integrating and configuring industrial vision systems for quality inspection, defect detection, part presence/absence verification, and validation of automated processes. * Cognex and Keyence brands **Requirements** * **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering (certified). * **Experience:** 3–5 years in the plastic industry. * **Language:** Technical English (preferred). * Availability to work rotating shifts **Competencies** * Analytical thinking. * Problem solving. * Teamwork. * Technical leadership. * Results orientation. * Continuous improvement. Salary: $25,000.00 – $28,000.00 per month Benefits: * Transportation allowance or service * Savings fund * Company parking * Free parking * Option for indefinite-term contract * Medical expense insurance * Life insurance * Discounted cafeteria service * Free uniforms * Grocery vouchers Workplace: On-site employment