Automation Systems Engineer

Job Overview

The Automation Systems Engineer will be a key member of the Advanced Manufacturing team within the Amcor Flexibles North America division and will report directly to the Director of Flexibles Advanced Manufacturing. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and supporting advanced manufacturing technologies such as PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES, IoT, robotics, vision systems, and enterprise data systems.

• Align with Amcor values by prioritizing safety in all activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement end-to-end automated vision inspection systems and robotic solutions across manufacturing processes.
• Lead system architecture development for smart manufacturing initiatives including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, MES, IoT, robotics, and industrial networking.
• Integrate manufacturing equipment with enterprise systems to enable real-time production monitoring and analytics.
• Support machine connectivity initiatives using industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, OPCUA, MQTT, and Modbus.
• Support implementation of Industry
  4.0 and Smart Factory technologies.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing data collection and visualization systems.
• Assist with development of digital twins, predictive maintenance strategies, and advanced analytics initiatives.
• Identify and develop high‑impact automation use cases that deliver competitive advantage.
• Lead technical scope definition, integrated solution design, risk identification and mitigation, and support development of the business case.
• Support automation/vision system design reviews, risk assessments, FAT/SAT, and onsite commissioning.
• Provide comprehensive project management support, including schedule management, budget oversight, and stakeholder communication.
• Prepare detailed project status reports, proactively identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, develop specifications, design automation concepts, lead proof‑of‑concepts, select external partners, support RFQ processes, lead implementation, and ensure long‑term sustainability across plant operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in packaging, food, pharmaceutical, or high‑speed manufacturing environments.
• 5+ years of experience/knowledge working in Automation, Robotics, AGVs/AMRs, IoT, industrial networks (Ether Net/IP, Profinet, OPCUA), MES integration, data historians, machine learning and AI.
• Relevant certifications are a plus: RIA robotic safety training, Fanuc education certification, Ignition certification (Core/Gold), Rockwell certification (Logix Programmer, Power Flex Drives, Motion Control Kinetix, etc.), industrial networking certifications.
• Strong experience in industrial automation, controls architecture, systems integration, manufacturing IT/OT infrastructure, and smart factory technologies.
• Strong understanding of RIA safety standards, IoT, networking, and system integration.
• Technical expertise in designing, developing, and implementing technical solutions for complex problems.
• Strong system‑level troubleshooting skills and continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective team contributor and project manager with proactive risk mitigation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to engage in problem solving, creative thinking, and mentor peers.

30% travel requirement.

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full‑time salaried employees.
• Company‑paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year (may vary by location).
• Well‑being program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account/flexible spending account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement (dependent upon approval).
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please call 224‑313‑7000.