Position Summary
This position advocates and supports Parkers Win Strategy through the increase in knowledge and
capabilities of Parkers Manufacturing Operations in Livingston, TN.
The focus will be on Automation, Robotics and Vision applications, with the primary objective for
Continuous Improvement.
Responsible to lead and drive application development and utilization of technologies into Parker
Operations for efficiency gains, quality improvements, safety, and competitive advantage. Support engineering function with significant research and product / process development toward long-range business impact.
Develops necessary processes, applications, system solutions, tools, and training materials.
Project plan ownership is expected in tracking and reaching goals and objectives.
Responsibilities
Develop and apply capabilities in automation, robotics, and vision systems to Parker Operations.
Work with Group/Division/Plant Manufacturing Engineering and Plant Operations personnel to
identify opportunities and develop solutions.
• Keep Parker current with emerging technologies and improvements.
• Provide expert technical assistance for automation, robot, and vision applications.
• Develop and deliver training and education on robot and vision systems application and
programming.
• Robot safety expert. Champion documentation, education, and adherence to all applicable
regulations and standards including, but not limited to: RlS.06 and TS15066. Educate and train
Parker resources in safety disciplines, coach, and conduct robot application risk assessments.
The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees
assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/
or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential
functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is
intended to describe the general nature of the position.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in one or more of: Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechatronics, Manufacturing
Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering required.
C++ or C, or Java programming experience
Experience with robots and/or servo mechanisms 2-3+ years
Experience with vision applications
Strong proficiency in mathematics
Has strong facilitation skills and ability to effectively communicate and present status, actions,
recommendations, and other technical information with clarity and precision.
Proficient with standard project management tools and practices
Ability to establish and track performance to goals and objectives to complete complex or major
projects, and provide direction to team members toward project milestones.
Self-motivated creative thinker
Flexible in event of sudden priority changes
Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience with AutoCad & Inventor preferred
Conditions of Employment
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination
Drug Tests
Drug-Free WorkplaceIn accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
