Automation Engineer

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Automation Engineer to join our innovative manufacturing team. In this role, you will lead the development, implementation, and optimization of automated systems that enhance production efficiency, quality, and safety. Your expertise in robotics, control systems, and mechanical design will drive continuous improvement initiatives across our manufacturing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies and contribute to the advancement of our manufacturing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program robotic automation systems using Fanuc robots and other industrial robotics platforms to streamline production workflows.
• Integrate programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and distributed control systems (DCS) to automate machinery and process controls effectively.
• Create detailed schematics, blueprints, and AutoCAD drawings for automation projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis on automation-related issues to identify underlying problems and implement corrective actions swiftly.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to develop tooling solutions and optimize machining processes for automated equipment.
• Perform system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of robotic cells and vision inspection systems to ensure operational excellence.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of automation systems, including schematics, control logic, and system manuals for future reference.

Requirements

• Proven experience with robot programming, particularly with Fanuc or similar robotic systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) standards to ensure quality compliance.
• Proficiency in programming languages relevant to automation such as ladder logic, structured text, or other PLC programming tools.
• Hands-on experience with vision inspection systems and their integration into automated lines.
• Knowledge of tooling design, machining processes, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and schematic reading is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis efficiently while maintaining safety standards across all operations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills complemented by strong communication abilities for cross-disciplinary collaboration. Join us as an Automation Engineer and be a vital part of transforming our manufacturing landscape through innovative automation solutions!

Pay: $92,812.76 - $111,774.51 per year

Work Location: On the road