Automation Engineer

Job description:

This role will work directly with the automation leadership team to execute robotics and automation projects, with a strong focus on controls system integration, architecture, and manufacturing automation strategy.

What You’ll Do

• Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial automation systems
• Lead controls integration projects from concept through commissioning
• Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications
• Support robotics integration projects involving ABB and Fanuc robots
• Create and maintain electrical designs, controls documentation, and programming standards
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams across multiple facilities
• Improve production reliability, safety, quality, and overall plant efficiency
• Serve as a technical leader and mentor for automation and controls initiatives

Required Experience

Candidates should have:

• 10+ years of automation experience in a production or manufacturing environment
• 10+ years of hands-on programming experience with:
• Studio 5000
• HMI / SCADA systems
• Strong experience with:
• Electrical design practices
• Machine and motion control systems
• Electromechanical systems
• System integration
• Industrial troubleshooting
• Experience with Ignition is required

Experience working with:

• ABB robotics
• Fanuc robotics
• Allen-Bradley PLCs
• PowerFlex drives
• Kinetix drives

Ideal Background

• Heavy industrial or manufacturing automation experience
• Multi-site project support experience
• Strong understanding of controls architecture and industrial networking
• Ability to lead projects independently with minimal oversight
• Strong communication and technical leadership skills

Pay $80-$90

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person