Process Automation Engineer

What You Will Do:

As the Senior Manufacturing Process Automation Engineer, you will drive automation transformation across our aerospace electronics manufacturing operations. You will lead the complete lifecycle of automation projects, from identifying and characterizing automation opportunities through final production handoff. This role combines strategic assessment and business case development with hands‑on project execution, working collaboratively with internal teams and external vendors to define requirements, develop project plans aligned with business objectives, and manage system validation and implementation.

You will serve as both technical leader and project manager, ensuring automation solutions are successfully qualified to aerospace standards, fully documented, and seamlessly transferred to production teams with appropriate training and support for sustained operational performance.

• Evaluate manufacturing processes to identify automation opportunities and develop business cases that align initiatives with organizational objectives and production goals
• Define comprehensive project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and technical specifications while identifying constraints, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to define system requirements, evaluate solutions, and manage vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Create and execute detailed project plans with clear milestones, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and monitor progress while managing scope changes and stakeholder communications
• Develop and execute validation protocols including FAT/SAT, troubleshoot technical challenges, and ensure automated systems meet performance specifications and quality standards
• Develop SOPs and documentation packages, train production personnel, provide ramp‑up support, and establish KPIs for ongoing system optimization
• Performs special projects/tasks as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field

• Minimum 7+ years relevant experience
• Proven track record of successfully delivering automation projects from concept through production implementation
• Experience with automation technologies including robotics, vision systems, PLC programming, and motion control
• Experience in aerospace or another highly regulated industry

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Self‑starter and highly accountable with a hands‑on and detail‑oriented approach
• Exceptional problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
• Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills

• Frequent use of personal computers, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as copy machines and computer printers.
• Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, materials, and computer.
• The person in this position needs to frequently move inside the office
• Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Please note the typical hiring range is $127,500 – $172,500 annually. Job offers within the range are based on significant job qualifications and pay equity.

• 401(k) matching
• 12 paid holidays
• Minimum of three weeks paid time off plus one week paid sick time to start
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Short term and long term disability
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term care plan options
• Prescription safety shoe & glasses benefit
• Vanpool subsidy
• Recognition awards
• Employee referral bonuses
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This position requires access to export control information. To conform to US Export Control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the US Government.

Korry Electronics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, medical condition, national origin, marital status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, childbirth, genetic information, or military and veteran status.