Mechanical Automation Specialist

DuPont

. Own sustaining operations of finishing and packaging equipment, including hooders, wrappers, and robotic systems, ensuring uptime and throughput .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sustaining operations of finishing and packaging equipment, including robotic systems, while ensuring compliance with machine safety standards. Proficient in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implementing Lean methodologies to drive continuous improvement and enhance automation capabilities.

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Robotics ExpertiseLean Problem-SolvingRoot Cause AnalysisPreventive Maintenance ManagementAutomation Project Management

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Hard Skills

Robotic Systems MaintenancePLC Systems IntegrationElectromechanical Systems TroubleshootingMechanical Actuator ExperienceSensor IntegrationPackaging Equipment DesignRoot Cause DocumentationReliability Playbook DevelopmentCapital Project ScopingContinuous Improvement Implementation

Soft Skills

Coaching and MentoringCollaboration Across FunctionsLeadership in Work Teams

Tools & Technologies

FANUC RoboticsBTIP ToolA3 MethodologyKaizen Approach

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EngineeringMachine Safety StandardsAutomation Improvement ProjectsPreventive and Predictive MaintenanceOperational Uptime

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own sustaining operations of finishing and packaging equipment, including hooders, wrappers, and robotic systems, ensuring uptime and throughput
Perform root cause analysis on robotic subsystems and automation failures and drive continuous improvement
Document root cause analyses, corrective actions, and mitigations and develop reliability playbooks
Integrate, qualify, calibrate, and document replacement solutions for end-of-life hardware and software components
Establish and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Oversee facility inspections, repairs, and upgrades
Manage automation vendors and service partners, including spare parts, warranties, service-level performance, retrofits, and upgrades
Ensure packaging and finishing equipment operates reliably and complies with machine safety requirements
Troubleshoot automated equipment and lead root cause investigations with Operations and Reliability Maintenance
Identify and drive automation improvement projects aligned with safety and productivity goals
Collaborate across site functions to turn technical opportunities into practical improvements
Scope capital projects with Technology Implementation Leads and enter opportunities into the BTIP tool
Incorporate equipment and process improvements into manufacturing operations with Corporate Packaging Specialists
Apply Lean approaches such as A3 and Kaizen
Coach and mentor others and strengthen automation capabilities across the organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
At least 5 years of experience in a Manufacturing or Engineering function within a similar industry
Experience sustaining and maintaining finishing and packaging equipment, including hooders, wrappers, robotic systems, and PLC systems, within a live operating environment
Hands-on experience troubleshooting, debugging, integrating, calibrating, and validating electromechanical systems involving actuators and sensors
Experience working with mechanical actuators, motors, and electrical sensor integration
Experience working with packaging equipment and/or equipment design
Knowledge of robotics, such as FANUC, and PLC control software and hardware
Knowledge and experience with applicable machine safety standards
Experience applying Lean problem-solving methods, including A3 and Kaizen
Experience managing people and leading work teams
Willingness and ability to work on-site and travel across the plant network up to 50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive pay and benefits package
Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodation support for applicants with disabilities