Automation Engineer

Job Description:

• 1. Perform electrical design, controls wiring, and programming (including robotic integration and signal interfacing to build functional proof-of-concept (POC) setups and test stations.
• 2. Write and debug PLC, HMI, or motion control programs for concept validation and early-stage equipment.
• 3. Collaborate with R&D process, and manufacturing teams to evaluate automation feasibility, identify risks, and refine concepts.
• 4. Support design reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA inputs related to automation, and technical discussions with suppliers.
• 5. Stay current with automation technologies, sensors, vision systems, robotics, and control architectures.

Job Requirement:

• - Bachelor's degree in electrical, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field
• - 1 - 3 years of hands-on-experience in industrial automation, custom machine building, or R&D prototyping (experience in medical devices or regulated industries is a plus
• - 3D CAD:
  Proficiency in 3D CAD software for generating layout and station concepts.
• - Electrical & Controls:
  Demonstrated ability to perform electrical connections and wiring control panels, sensors, actuators, safety devices and I/O systems.
• - Pneumatics & Sensors:
  Knowledge of selecting standard automation, components (Festo, SMC, Keyence, Cognex, Omron).
• - Strong problem-solving mindset.
• - Celar communication skills for technical reporting.
• - Collaborative spirit to work across production team and suppliers.