Automation Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

Join a global manufacturing organization supporting high-mix, high-volume production environments through advanced automation, robotics, controls engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position partners closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Project Management teams to design, implement, and optimize automation systems that improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.

Join a global manufacturing organization supporting high-mix, high-volume production environments through advanced automation, robotics, controls engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position partners closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Project Management teams to design, implement, and optimize automation systems that improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.

As an Automation Engineer, you will design, develop, and implement automation solutions that improve manufacturing performance, reduce downtime, and support scalable production growth. You will serve as a technical expert for automation systems, controls architecture, robotics integration, and equipment design while supporting projects from concept through installation and production launch.

Your work will directly contribute to increased equipment reliability, enhanced manufacturing throughput, improved product quality, and successful execution of strategic automation initiatives.

• Design automation equipment and systems including controls, robotics, electrical systems, software applications, and machine integration solutions.
• Review and interpret customer, manufacturing, and project requirements to develop automation solutions that meet technical specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Create engineering designs, schematics, control architectures, and equipment documentation.
• Develop installation manuals, operating procedures, and user documentation.
• Ensure designs support manufacturability, maintainability, reliability, and scalability.

• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-based control systems
  utilizing Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent platforms.
• Configure and support HMI applications for operator interfaces and production monitoring.
• Integrate and troubleshoot industrial robotics systems including Fanuc or similar robotic platforms.
• Support motion control applications utilizing servo systems, VFDs, and advanced automation technologies.
• Implement and maintain industrial communication networks
  including Ether Net/IP, Modbus, Profibus, and Profinet.

• Partner with Project Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Operations teams to execute automation projects from concept through production deployment.
• Coordinate with internal and external equipment builders, integrators, and suppliers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Track engineering activities, project milestones, and resource utilization.
• Support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, validation, and production handoff activities.

• Diagnose and resolve automation, controls, electrical, and equipment-related issues in manufacturing environments.
• Perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Whys and Fishbone Analysis.
• Identify and implement automation improvements that increase efficiency, improve quality, and reduce downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, safety, and operational excellence.

• Ensure automation systems comply with applicable machine safety standards and manufacturing regulations.
• Support implementation of safety circuits, guarding systems, lockout/tagout procedures, and risk mitigation practices.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or…