Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer IVC Automation | West Sacramento, CA | Full-Time About Us

VC Automation is a turn-key system integrator helping companies develop automated solutions that enhance their production capabilities. As part of our high-paced, solutions-driven team, you’ll get exposure to unique robotic and automation applications across a wide range of industries—no two projects are the same.

We’re looking for an Automation Engineer I to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their automation career who wants hands‑on experience across the full lifecycle of a robotic system—from cell design and simulation through commissioning and field support. You’ll work closely with our controls engineers, assembly technicians, and customers to bring automated solutions to life.

• Program robots (Yaskawa, Kawasaki, KUKA, ABB, or Fanuc preferred)
• Generate robot cell layouts, reach checks, and simulations using OEM-specific software
• Collaborate with controls engineers, assembly, and customer teams during system commissioning
• Engineer custom tooling and solutions tailored to diverse end‑user industries
• Support light fabrication and assembly duties as needed
• Provide on‑site customer support post‑integration, plus intermittent service calls

Required:

• Associate's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience considered in lieu of degree)
• 2–3 years of relevant professional experience preferred; strong educational/project experience will also be considered
• Entry‑level PLC experience (Allen‑Bradley)
• Working knowledge of Solid Works
• Mechanically inclined, with comfort in fabrication practices and tooling adjustments
• Ability to troubleshoot robots at both the electrical and programming level
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift 45+ lbs unassisted

Preferred:

• Hands‑on experience with one or more major robot brands (Yaskawa, Kawasaki, KUKA, ABB, Fanuc)

• Office hours:
  Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Hybrid role with travel required for installations, customer visits, and service calls (~40%)
• Travel primarily within California, with occasional variation
• Some work in loud, active customer/manufacturing environments

$78,000–$92,000/year, depending on experience

Join a team where you’ll see your work in action across diverse industries, gain broad exposure to leading robot platforms, and grow your career in a fast-paced, solutions‑first environment.