Senior Automation Engineer – Industrial Automation

Job Title :
Senior Automation Engineer Industrial Automation

Location:

Dudley, MA, Onsite Rate :
Best competitive rate on w2 Visa status: USC/GC only Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to play a key strategic role in advancing eyewear assembly automation and manufacturing technologies. This position will lead and contribute to multiple phases of automation projects, including project planning, engineering design, construction, programming, commissioning, validation, and production release. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in industrial automation, PLC/HMI programming, robotics, electromechanical systems, and automated assembly processes.

The Senior Automation Engineer will collaborate closely with manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, quality, and other cross-functional teams to develop automation solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost efficiency.

• Lead the engineering design and implementation of medium-to-large automation projects supporting new product and technology introductions.
• Perform engineering assessments, implement automation system configuration changes, and support engineering and production runs.
• Identify automation opportunities and participate in project planning from concept through manufacturing release.
• Develop innovative solutions by adapting and applying automation engineering principles to complex manufacturing challenges.
• Prepare project cost estimates, technical proposals, engineering requirements, and supporting documentation.
• Manage multiple projects and engineering activities while meeting established timelines and production objectives.

• Design and develop automation and machine-control systems, including:
• PLC programming
• HMI development
• Robotics programming and integration
• Electrical controls
• Safety systems
• Machine networking
• Develop PLC programs using Ladder Logic and Structured Text.
• Program and integrate 6-axis robotic systems and material-handling equipment.
• Develop detailed control schemes, electrical wiring diagrams, and system drawings.
• Establish network communication protocols for industrial control equipment.
• Develop mechanical and electronic controls integrating assembly stations, robotic handling systems, and conveyor systems.
• Create technical documentation, including user requirements, functional specifications, and design specifications.

• Develop automation and machine-design requirements, including 3D CAD models, wiring, programming, safety features, and equipment sourcing.
• Design and integrate electromechanical systems for automated assembly processes.
• Utilize 3D CAD tools to develop and refine machine and tooling designs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment, controls, and automation system issues.
• Identify design errors, omissions, and deficiencies and proactively recommend corrective actions and improvements.

• Develop user-friendly tooling, monitoring systems, and automation solutions that improve:
• Workplace safety
• Product quality
• Manufacturing productivity
• Delivery performance
• Operating costs
• Support high-volume manufacturing environments through ergonomic design, yield improvement, labor reduction, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing professionals to establish and improve assembly standards and promote defect-free processes.
• Develop equipment requirements and documentation to support performance verification and validation.
• Create operating, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair instructions for automated equipment.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, quality assurance, and other technical teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior automation engineers and technicians.
• Coordinate engineering activities with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
• Support projects from initial concept and design through testing, engineering runs, commissioning, and final manufacturing release.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 7+ years of professional engineering experience, preferably in industrial automation or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience working in a high-volume production environment.
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Electromechanical systems
• Automated assembly…