Automation Engineer

Want to see your ideas go from a Solid Works model to a running production line? This hands‑on Automation Engineer role puts you in charge of automation and manufacturing projects from first concept through launch and full‑scale production. You'll have real autonomy and full project ownership, and you'll be able to measure your impact in quality, throughput, and cost. If you enjoy splitting your time between design work and the production floor, this role offers both.

• You'll own projects end to end, with significant decision‑making authority.
• Your improvements will show up directly in production performance.
• You'll work on a mix of new product development and large‑scale process improvements.
• You'll get exposure to robotics, advanced automation, and new technologies.
• You'll help shape the company's long‑term automation strategy.
• You'll work first shift on a collaborative, cross‑functional team.

• Lead automation and manufacturing projects from concept and design through validation, launch, and production
• Design plastic components, tooling, and automated equipment in Solid Works
• Build and test prototypes, applying DFM principles to prove out designs and processes
• Troubleshoot and optimize injection molding, blow molding, and injection blow molding operations
• Spot opportunities to automate, reduce labor, improve quality, and lower costs, then build the data-driven business case
• Specify equipment and manage integration, installation, and commissioning
• Partner with automation vendors, machine builders, and system integrators, including support for FAT and SAT
• Work with engineering, quality, operations, suppliers, and mold makers to align design and process decisions
• Support equipment trials, process adjustments, and troubleshooting on the floor
• Create clear drawings, specifications, work instructions, and project updates for stakeholders and leadership

• 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing, with a focus on automation and process improvement
• Hands‑on plastics manufacturing experience, ideally in injection molding, blow molding, or injection blow molding
• Advanced Solid Works skills and strong mechanical design experience
• A track record of taking automation projects from concept to production launch
• Experience managing automation vendors and integrators
• Ability to analyze labor, quality, and cost data to prioritize improvements
• Comfort managing multiple projects and adapting as priorities shift
• An engineering degree, or an equivalent technical background with relevant experience

• Robotics experience in a manufacturing setting
• DFMA experience with molded plastic parts
• Experience leading FAT and SAT activities
• Experience influencing leadership on automation investments

This is an onsite, first-shift role in a fast‑paced plastics processing and assembly facility. You'll split your time between engineering design work and hands‑on floor support, and you'll work closely with teams across the business. The culture rewards ownership, initiative, and continuous improvement.

This is a Permanent position based out of Oceanside, CA.

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Heath, dental, vision, 401K

This is a Permanent position based out of Oceanside, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

This is a fully…