MECHANICAL DESIGNER A (Process Simulate)
KCM Technical, Lathrup Village, MI, United States
Mechanical Designer (Process Simulate)
Required Skills & Experience
Process Simulate Designer / Operator for GM Body Shop Tooling of Body in White (BIW) Assembly
Approximately 4 to 5+ years of experience and some type of formal simulation program
Proficient in Siemens Process Simulation Software as an Operator/Designer
Strong understanding of Mechanical Design tooling fixture of BIW systems
Knowledge of auto assembly strategies (i.e., part flow within an assembly plant / body shop)
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (5–20%) for project needs; may be required for technical support
Main Areas of Responsibility (These are the position’s essential duties and are not an all-inclusive list.)
Conduct feasibility study and process engineering
Define the Robotics and Human operation in the 3D environment
Perform equipment selection (robots, conveyors, tool, etc.) and placement of equipment
Validate tools to check feasibility
Develop 3D layout for robotic simulation
Develop reach studies and paths with customer-required spec/attributes
Prepare 3D models using CAD software
Develop kinematics of 3D models and weld guns
Perform weld/joint distribution, gun selection, and gun sectioning
Execute technology process path distribution (sealing, arc weld, etc.)
Validate processes in work cells/stations
Simulate robot moves to verify cycle time, reachability, and feasibility
Ensure compliance with safety and ergonomic regulations
Verify whole simulation cell cycle time with RSC and correct tooling/controls sequence
Develop off-line complete robot programs with multiple robot brands
Validate cycle time of each station/line
Optimize robot programs and find solutions in case of cycle time issues
Develop robot OLPs to verify reachability of all process and service positions
Develop robot programs using teach pendant of major robot brands
Download complete offline robot programs in native robot language
Configure Robot Controller Simulation (RCS) in simulation software
Validate cycle time defined in cycle diagrams
Generate precise evaluation of cycle time through detailed cycle simulation
Optimize weld distribution to improve cycle time
Apply robot signal logic with SW
Skills
Interact with stakeholders (Customers, System Engineer, project team) to obtain project input details
Develop according to customer-prescribed documentation and specification
Support reviews with customer
Develop technical documentation for executed projects
Run swept volumes for robot per customer requirements
Verify feasibility of solutions and processes; find and solve issues before the manufacturing phase
Knowledge & Technical Competencies
Feasibility study
Line layout planning
Basics of robot application
Safety standards (Customer, OSHA, NIOSH)
Good understanding of IO and transfer of information between Robot and PLC
Mechanical understanding of industrial equipment and machinery
Demonstrated ability to solve engineering problems
Good understanding of robot program flow and basic programming theories and languages
Experience in at least one major 3D modeling tool (NX, Catia, SolidWorks, others) and ability to quickly self-learn remaining tools
Experience in at least one major 3D simulation tool (Process Simulate, Delmia, Robcad, others) and ability to quickly self-learn remaining tools
Proficient with at least one or more major robot brands (Comau, ABB, Kuka, Fanuc, Motoman, Kawasaki, others)
May be required to retrieve backups from production robots and extract relevant information or upload programs to simulation tools with minimal support
Required to develop OLP programs from simulations and ensure functionality in actual robots with minimal support
Hands‑on experience in at least one automation technology process (Spot Welding, Arc Welding, Sealer/Dispense, Riveting, Palletization, Robotic Material Handling, Paint, etc.)
Ability to create well‑written, concise technical reports and professional documents/videos from simulations illustrating concepts
Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent
Proficient Software Required
Process Simulate (Siemens)
NX
AutoCAD
Microsoft Excel
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Process Simulate Designer / Operator for GM Body Shop Tooling of Body in White (BIW) Assembly
Approximately 4 to 5+ years of experience and some type of formal simulation program
Proficient in Siemens Process Simulation Software as an Operator/Designer
Strong understanding of Mechanical Design tooling fixture of BIW systems
Knowledge of auto assembly strategies (i.e., part flow within an assembly plant / body shop)
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (5–20%) for project needs; may be required for technical support
Main Areas of Responsibility (These are the position’s essential duties and are not an all-inclusive list.)
Conduct feasibility study and process engineering
Define the Robotics and Human operation in the 3D environment
Perform equipment selection (robots, conveyors, tool, etc.) and placement of equipment
Validate tools to check feasibility
Develop 3D layout for robotic simulation
Develop reach studies and paths with customer-required spec/attributes
Prepare 3D models using CAD software
Develop kinematics of 3D models and weld guns
Perform weld/joint distribution, gun selection, and gun sectioning
Execute technology process path distribution (sealing, arc weld, etc.)
Validate processes in work cells/stations
Simulate robot moves to verify cycle time, reachability, and feasibility
Ensure compliance with safety and ergonomic regulations
Verify whole simulation cell cycle time with RSC and correct tooling/controls sequence
Develop off-line complete robot programs with multiple robot brands
Validate cycle time of each station/line
Optimize robot programs and find solutions in case of cycle time issues
Develop robot OLPs to verify reachability of all process and service positions
Develop robot programs using teach pendant of major robot brands
Download complete offline robot programs in native robot language
Configure Robot Controller Simulation (RCS) in simulation software
Validate cycle time defined in cycle diagrams
Generate precise evaluation of cycle time through detailed cycle simulation
Optimize weld distribution to improve cycle time
Apply robot signal logic with SW
Skills
Interact with stakeholders (Customers, System Engineer, project team) to obtain project input details
Develop according to customer-prescribed documentation and specification
Support reviews with customer
Develop technical documentation for executed projects
Run swept volumes for robot per customer requirements
Verify feasibility of solutions and processes; find and solve issues before the manufacturing phase
Knowledge & Technical Competencies
Feasibility study
Line layout planning
Basics of robot application
Safety standards (Customer, OSHA, NIOSH)
Good understanding of IO and transfer of information between Robot and PLC
Mechanical understanding of industrial equipment and machinery
Demonstrated ability to solve engineering problems
Good understanding of robot program flow and basic programming theories and languages
Experience in at least one major 3D modeling tool (NX, Catia, SolidWorks, others) and ability to quickly self-learn remaining tools
Experience in at least one major 3D simulation tool (Process Simulate, Delmia, Robcad, others) and ability to quickly self-learn remaining tools
Proficient with at least one or more major robot brands (Comau, ABB, Kuka, Fanuc, Motoman, Kawasaki, others)
May be required to retrieve backups from production robots and extract relevant information or upload programs to simulation tools with minimal support
Required to develop OLP programs from simulations and ensure functionality in actual robots with minimal support
Hands‑on experience in at least one automation technology process (Spot Welding, Arc Welding, Sealer/Dispense, Riveting, Palletization, Robotic Material Handling, Paint, etc.)
Ability to create well‑written, concise technical reports and professional documents/videos from simulations illustrating concepts
Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent
Proficient Software Required
Process Simulate (Siemens)
NX
AutoCAD
Microsoft Excel
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