Equipment​/Automation Engineer

Our client, an advanced manufacturing and automation organization, is seeking an Equipment / Automation Engineer to join their team. As an Equipment / Automation Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering & Automation group supporting on-site production line installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on ownership of automated equipment, strong troubleshooting and controls debugging skills, and the drive to keep production lines running reliably while improving performance over time.

Job Title: Equipment / Automation Engineer

Location: Bellevue, WA

Pay Rate: $120 per hour on Experis W2 |
* Not open to C2C engagement

Contract: 6‑24 months

• Land automated and semi‑automated production lines by leading installation and bring‑up with the automation integrator, then owning SAT execution and punch‑list closure.

• Own equipment uptime and reliability through preventive maintenance planning, spares management, failure analysis, and fast, hands‑on troubleshooting when issues occur.

• Debug and improve automation controls across PLCs, robotics, motion, machine vision, pneumatics, and safety systems to resolve root causes and prevent repeat downtime.

• Drive continuous improvement by improving uptime, OEE, and equipment performance over time through upgrades, changes, and structured problem‑solving.

• Maintain accurate documentation including machine specs, electrical/mechanical drawings, spare‑parts lists, and PM procedures, while serving as the technical point of contact to the integrator.

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Controls Engineering (or equivalent hands‑on experience).

• 8+ years of hands‑on equipment, automation, or controls engineering with direct ownership of automated production equipment.

• Personal experience commissioning automated lines including SAT, bring‑up, and debug while working with integrators or OEMs.

• Hands‑on PLC programming experience with Allen‑Bradley and Siemens, including the ability to read, modify, and debug line logic.

• FANUC robot programming and troubleshooting experience across servo/motion, machine vision, and pneumatics, plus experience with machine safety systems (safety PLCs, robot safety, light curtains/guarding, and LOTO).

• Previous experience as a Controls Engineer, Equipment Engineer, or Manufacturing Engineer in aerospace or automotive industry preferred

• Own the machines end‑to‑end—from commissioning with the integrator to long‑term uptime, reliability, and continuous improvement.

• Work on real automated production lines using PLC, robotics, vision, pneumatics, and safety systems.

• Build lasting impact by improving OEE and equipment performance through upgrades and structured root‑cause problem solving.

• Operate independently on‑site with clear technical ownership and accountability for line reliability.

• Collaborate closely with the automation integrator as the technical point of contact for issues, changes, and support.

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

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