YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Senior Mechanical Engineer, are to: 

• Lead assigned phases (based on role) and support all phases of automation projects including concept development, basic engineering, prototyping, detailed engineering and design, procurement, construction, start-up, testing, deployment, and sustainment of automated systems;
• Follow Bayer and industry best practices;
• Plan, delegate, and carry out engineering tasks to ensure all project objectives including safety, technical correctness, budget, constructability, schedule, maintainability, and operability are met;
• Select system architecture and technical strategy for the project & ensure application for the project;
• Partner with other engineering disciplines, customers and vendors/suppliers to ensure the successful development and execution of projects;
• Lead and review (as appropriate) the preparation of specifications, drawings, bills of materials, test procedures, and another project documentation;
• Lead and review (as appropriate) check-out, commissioning, testing, start up, and field support;
• Modify existing and create new procedures, standards and practices to stay current with technology and implement improved methods;
• Identify risks and design for safety;
• Lead or review (as appropriate) safety reviews and document safety strategies including interlocks, alarms, procedures, safety systems, etc;
• Support controlling cost and schedule on assigned projects, including project budget/schedule estimation and proposal;
• Interact with vendors in all engineering design phases and leads in assigned phases from conceptual design through design review, and system integration;
• Mentor engineering staff within project in technical development both through formal relationships and informal interactions;
• Create intellectual property and follow company procedures for intellectual property protection.

Domestic Relocation Assistance is Available.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values.  More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering or science such as Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Agricultural, Computer, Computer Science, Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Industrial, Information Systems, or related field with strong interest in automation;
• Bachelor’s degree with six years of relevant work experience, or master’s degree with four years of experience, or Ph.D. with two years of experience;
• Significant and extensive experience in one or more of: automation design, machine design, test engineering, agricultural engineering, automation support, project engineering, or equivalent experience;
• Expert knowledge of safety systems, design documentation standards, automation validation, quality assurance, and automated system integration;
• Expert knowledge of relevant software and hardware tools;
• Excellent knowledge of and demonstrated application of relevant national and international standards in area of expertise;
• Excellent knowledge of and experience demonstrating project control skills including project planning, scheduling, cost control, and requirements development;
• Demonstrated experience in providing field support and/or participating in check out, commissioning, and start-up of automated systems;
• Systematic approach to problem definition and solution development;
• Ability to excel as a member of cross-functional teams and to participate in multiple projects simultaneously;
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to deal with people at different levels of management, engineering, suppliers, and internal customers;
• Excellent verbal and written skills in order to communicate with and obtain cooperation from team members;
• Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive technical documents required for project execution;
• Business-proficiency of oral and written English language;
• Willingness and availability to travel depending on project or business needs;
• Expert understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and responsibilities.