Senior Automation Engineer

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees worldwide and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year and to receive Gallup’s With Distinction honor.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Automation Engineer to lead and support manufacturing excellence initiatives across our global operations. This role is pivotal in driving digital transformation, automation, and Industry 4.0 implementations within manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal utilization of assets, quality, and efficiency.

• Manufacturing Process Development & Optimization: Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced fabrication, assembly, and automation processes, including robotics, cobots, and electronic test platforms.
• Support process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies.
• Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0: Drive manufacturing digitization projects, integrating Industry 4.0 technologies such as data analytics, automation, smart manufacturing systems, and MES platforms (e.g., Ignition, Aveva, Rockwell) to improve visibility, efficiency, and decision‑making.
• Automation & Robotics: Lead and support the deployment of automation equipment, robotics, electronic hardware validation, and communication protocols; troubleshoot and optimize automation controllers and electronics to enhance production reliability.
• Equipment & Asset Reliability: Support TPM initiatives to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and extend machinery lifespan.
• Project Leadership &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with cross‑functional teams (design, quality, operations, procurement) to evaluate, implement, and optimize manufacturing technologies; lead facility start‑ups, process transitions, and capital investment projects, including greenfield and brownfield initiatives.
• Data & Performance Analysis: Analyze manufacturing data, including MES and data historians, to identify trends, drive continuous improvement, and support decision‑making; develop documentation, test strategies, and process specifications.
• Technical Support & Training: Provide technical expertise, troubleshooting, and training to production and maintenance teams on automation, electronics, MES, and process improvements.

• “Bachelor’s or associate degree in a technical field such as Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.”
• In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of demonstrated experience with 5+ years in advanced manufacturing, automation, electronics testing, and/or related fields.
• Proven experience with Industry 4.0 technologies, smart manufacturing, digital transformation projects, and MES platforms (e.g., Ignition, Aveva, Rockwell).
• Hands‑on experience with PLC programming (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens), industrial networking, and data acquisition.
• Familiarity with at least one MES platform (e.g., Ignition, Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell Factory Talk).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and automation technologies.
• Proficiency in industrial communication protocols and database systems.
• Excellent problem‑solving and project management skills.

• Experience in multi‑site deployments.
• Experience with SQL, Python, or other scripting languages for data handling.
• Knowledge of ISA‑95 standards and integration best practices.
• Exposure to cloud‑based manufacturing solutions and analytics.
• Familiarity with TPM or other high‑performance team manufacturing programs.

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with a 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Employee discounts through Perks at Work.
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back.
• Clifton Strengths testing and coaching.

Allegion is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities and to creating an environment where every individual can thrive.

Allegion is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will give you every opportunity to impress us in your application and to give your best at work.