Factory Automation Engineer

Job Summary

As a Factory Automation (FA) Engineer, you will support the design, integration, and optimization of automated equipment and robotic systems within the manufacturing process. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to enhance productivity, reliability, and efficiency through automation technology.

• Support equipment automation and robot integration across production lines.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to install, test, and validate automation equipment and systems.
• Assist with meetings and coordination with vendors and system integrators to align on technical requirements.
• Support automation project schedules and equipment installation activities in line with company procedures and standards.
• Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance for automated systems to support stable operations.
• Maintain and update system documentation, including ladder logic, schematics, and sequence diagrams.
• Support optimization of automation parameters for safety, cycle time, and reliability.
• Collaborate with Production, Process Technology, Quality, and Equipment Engineering teams to improve process quality and automation efficiency.
• Participate in line commissioning, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety at the worksite in accordance with 5S3R Standards:

5S:
Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain

3R:
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container

• Ensure compliance with LGES safety, environmental, and equipment standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering
• Minimum of 1 year in Factory Automation experience in production/plant environment.
• Familiarity with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Siemens) or robot programming (Fanuc, Nachi, ABB) a plus
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced production environment

• Basic understanding of manufacturing automation and control systems
• Robot operation and calibration
• CAD tools for design and simulation
• MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

EEO Statement

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.