Senior Advanced Automation Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification, development, justification, and deployment of advanced automation projects across manufacturing operations.
• Design and implement complex automation systems to improve safety, quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.
• Serve as a technical lead on automation and robotics projects, including system architecture, integration strategy, risk assessment, and project execution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors/integrators to develop machine concepts, robotic technologies, and automated manufacturing solutions.
• Lead integration, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, validation, and startup activities for automation systems and robotics projects.
• Develop and support Industry 4.0 initiatives including IoT connectivity, machine data collection, analytics, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Develop detailed equipment requirements, specifications, and standards for specialized molding, assembly, testing, and visual inspection processes.
• Create and review system architecture diagrams, electrical installation drawings, BOMs, network layouts, and procurement documentation.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to evaluate and implement emerging technologies with the highest potential impact on manufacturing productivity and reliability.
• Drive project execution through effective planning, scheduling, resource coordination, risk mitigation, and issue resolution to ensure successful and timely completion.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for manufacturing equipment, controls systems, robotics, and integrated automation systems.
• Develop and maintain expertise in plant-wide manufacturing processes, equipment, controls standards, and automation technologies.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams.
• Develop, update, and audit work procedures, standard work instructions, validation protocols, and process documentation.
• Ensure automation systems comply with applicable safety standards, machine guarding requirements, and company engineering practices.
• Remain current on advancements in automation, robotics, controls, and manufacturing technologies, and incorporate best practices into future initiatives.
• Support capital planning activities including budgeting, scope development, vendor evaluation, and ROI analysis.

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline required.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in industrial automation, manufacturing automation, or controls engineering.
• Advanced experience programming and troubleshooting PLC systems including Rockwell (Allen-Bradley), Siemens, GE, or other industry-standard platforms.
• Advanced experience developing HMI/SCADA applications using Ignition, Factory Talk View (RSView), WinCC, or other industry-standard interfaces.
• Experience with robotics integration, motion control systems, machine safety systems, and industrial networking protocols.
• Strong understanding of automation system architecture, controls integration, and manufacturing equipment design.
• Demonstrated experience leading automation projects from concept through implementation and production support.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization.
• Working knowledge of electrical schematics, control panel design, instrumentation, and industrial safety standards.