Automation Engineer - Factory Robotics & Efficiency

• Location 5567 Cushing Pkwy,Fremont, CA, 94538,United States
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt

JOB TITLE :
Automation Engineer FLSA: Exempt position
LOCATION: Fremont, CA (Onsite)
SALARY: $89,000 - $122,000

Job Summary:

The Automation Engineer supports the automated production systems on the Quanta Manufacturing Fremont floor including automated assembly lines, robot-arm cells (such as automated DIMM insertio n), and precision equipment. The automation equipment is designed and built by Quanta's headquarters (HQ) automation team and delivered to Fremont, California. This role supports HQ during local setup and site acceptance testing, then manages ongoing system operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement to keep systems running reliably and meeting cycle-time and yield targets.

The Engineering Operations team sets up new production capacity and keeps the factory's automated systems running. Its Industrial Engineers handle production and facility planning — defining the space, equipment, and resources each line needs to meet demand — while its Automation Engineers install, operate , maintain, and improve the factory's automated production systems. The team focuses on execution rather than design or development, working closely with cross-functional partners to keep production running efficiently and meet performance targets.

Duties/Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day operation and performance of automated assembly lines, robot-arm cells, and precision equipment.

Monitor system performance (e.g., cycle time) and respond rapidly to equipment downtime or system anomalies to minimize disruption.

Troubleshoot complex issues at the intersection of hardware, software , and network connectivity, working with cross-functional teams to resolve them.

Perform routine preventive maintenance , system backups, and health checks to keep equipment stable.

Support the installation, setup, and site acceptance testing (SAT) of automation systems delivered from headquarters.

Execute light modification s and parameter tuning , for example, calibrating sensors and modifying configurations files to support new product introduction (NPI) and process changes.

Coordinate with HQ Engineering and local IT/IT Engineering teams to ensure seamless system communication, software updates, and network integration.

Collaborate with Industrial Engineering and production teams to translate process requirements into system configurations, so automated lines meet cycle-time and yield targets.

Identify bottlenecks and implement optimization actions to improve system reliability, throughput, and efficiency.

Maintain accurate logs of system issues, root-cause analysis (RCA), configuration changes, and improvement outcomes.

Train and mentor technicians and operators on basic system operations and first-line troubleshooting procedures.

Solid understanding of automated production systems , including precision actuators, servo/stepper motors, pneumatic systems, and industrial senso rs .

Proficient with mechanical hand tools (screwdrivers, hex/Allen keys, torque tools) for equipment disassembly , component replacement, and mechanical calibration.

Strong, root-cause-oriented problem solving with a practical, hands-on approach.

Excellent cross-functional communication to bridge local production, IT, and remote HQ engineering teams.

Ability to read electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical drawings.

Ability to maintain composure and perform in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.

F am iliarity with PLC concepts and the ability to read Ladder Logic to assist troubleshooting (deep programming not required ) is a strong plus .

Experience with vision systems (e.g., Keyence) or robotic-arm operations is a…