Production Automation Engineer

As Gapwaves continue to grow and attract new customers we are now hiring several new co-workers. We are looking to expand our supply team with a Production Automation Engineer. For the right candidate, we can offer a highly stimulating environment where you are encouraged to take the lead in activities that will further further Gapwaves development and to grow professionally. Apply today!
About the role
Do you seek the opportunity to work with innovative, multinational companies within high-tech, automotive and telecom? We at Gapwaves design and manufacture mm-wave antennas and production equipment based on our patented waveguide technology. As our Production Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for our production equipment, both deployed internally and at external production partners. You will also take the project manager role for deployment of new Gapwaves antenna production lines.
You will work within Gapwaves’ newly established Supply organization, being an integral contributor in Gapwaves journey to become a recognized supplier of waveguide antennas. Quite simply, you will have the opportunity to ensure that our products reach the global mass market.
Your main responsibilities:
· Service & maintenance planning
· Spare parts management
· Technical Training
· Code & software maintenance (PLC, Robot, Python)
· Customer point-of-contact
· Supplier point-of-contact
· Project management for deployment of new systems

We are looking for a ...
… true problem solver. You like to collaborate but at the same time organize and take responsibility for your own work. We expect you to have a track-record from high volume production industry preferably within electronics manufacturing and a solid interest in production technology, automation, and machinery. You are used to interacting on technical topics with both customers and suppliers, and you enjoy frequent travelling.
Programming experience is a desired competence, preferably within robot programming, PLC and/or Python. Experience with RF measurement instruments and test development is also highly merited.

Our wishes:
· Relevant education within Mechanics, Mechatronics, Automation or programming
· 5+ years of relevant work experience
· Fluent English, both in speech and writing

Why Gapwaves?
We are a fast-growing and dynamic company with high ambitions. Here you will be encouraged to take responsibility and influence our way of working. We strive to be an attractive employer that wants you to grow – to ensure both your own and Gapwaves’ development. We work actively to promote equal rights and career opportunities - regardless of background, gender or religion. We are about 40 employees with a large number of nationalities represented. If you want to work close to the world, then we are the right company for you!

About Gapwaves
Gapwaves originates from research conducted at Chalmers University of Technology and was founded in 2011. Gapwaves vision is to be the most innovative provider of mm-wave antenna systems and the preferred partner to those pioneering next generation wireless technology. By leveraging the disruptive Gapwaves technology we help pioneers in telecom, automotive and satcom to create highly efficient mm-wave antenna systems that contributes to re-defining everyday life. Today Gapwaves’ customers include some of the world’s most innovative and successful tech and automotive companies, spread around the globe.

We continuously recruit so we encourage you to send in your application as soon as possible. Contact Laban Cramér / Supply Director if you have questions: laban.cramer@gapwaves.com