Automation & Robotics Engineer - Medical Device Manufacturing

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Job Summary

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Job Title:

"Automation Engineer"Help Shape the Future of Automated Medical Device Manufacturing We are seeking an Automation & Robotics Engineer to support and optimize highly automated injection molding operations within our medical device manufacturing facility in Manchester, Connecticut.

This role offers an outstanding opportunity to work with advanced robotics, automation systems, machine controls, and manufacturing technologies while driving equipment reliability, process improvements, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and leading automation projects that directly impact production performance, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do:

Automation & Robotics Support Program, troubleshoot, optimize, and support automated manufacturing systems and robotic applications.

Support Wittmann, Yushin, FANUC, ABB, or similar industrial robotic platforms.

Improve robotic cell performance, cycle times, and equipment reliability.

Design and support end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) and automated part-handling systems.

Manufacturing Automation Projects Lead automation improvement initiatives that increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), reduce downtime, and improve process capability.

Evaluate and implement new automation technologies to improve productivity, quality, and safety.

Participate in automation equipment selection, installation, startup, validation, and commissioning activities.

Troubleshooting & Reliability Serve as a technical resource for automation, robotics, controls, sensors, vision systems, and machine integration issues.

Perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.

Analyze equipment performance data and identify opportunities to improve uptime and reliability.

Support preventive maintenance strategies for automated manufacturing equipment.

Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Tooling, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.

Support process validation, equipment qualification, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Provide technical training and mentoring to maintenance technicians, operators, and production personnel.

Continuous Improvement Identify and implement process improvements that reduce waste, improve quality, and lower operating costs.

Apply Lean Manufacturing and problem-solving methodologies to drive measurable business results.

Support a culture of innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement throughout the operation.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Automation, Robotics, Manufacturing Technology, Mechatronics, or related technical field; equivalent experience considered.
2+ years of experience supporting manufacturing automation, robotics, controls, or automated production systems.

Experience troubleshooting robotic and automated manufacturing equipment.

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred/Optional

Qualifications:

Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, life sciences, plastics, or regulated manufacturing environments.

Experience with injection molding…