Automation Engineer

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Great opportunity to join a global leading manufacturing company in the building materials space!

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Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 per year.

About us: Our client is an industry leading manufacturing company focused in the building materials space!

Why join us?

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement planning
• PTO
• and more!

• Lead engineering and project execution for robotic and automation solutions
• Assess and select vendors, key components, and subcontractors for projects
• Plan and conduct shop tests, factory acceptance tests, and commissioning activities (up to 20% travel)
• Provide technical support and guidance to local teams and customers
• Develop standard documentation (technical specs, checklists, functional descriptions, P&IDs) for robotic applications
• Build long‑term relationships with suppliers and contribute to supply chain consolidation
• Mentor and support capability development in mechatronics and automation

• Master's degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electro-Mechanical, or Process Engineering
• 5-10 years' experience in mechatronics/automation engineering in industries such as steelmaking, glass making, foundry, automotive, or mining
• Experience with on-site customer service, technical support, and commissioning
• Strong project management or product development experience in a multicultural environment
• Expertise in robotics applications, process control, automation, and electro-mechanical systems
• Hands‑on experience with 3D CAD (Creo or Solid Works), PLC programming (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley), and SCADA systems (Wonderware, WinCC)
• Knowledge of process design, dimensioning, simulation, and system testing (FAT, point‑to‑point, individual tests)
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems, integrate diverse technologies (hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, valves), and work across multiple international sites
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and vendor negotiation skills
• Knowledge of high‑temperature processes (steel, glass) and vision systems is a plus

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Software Development

Charleston, IL $-$