Senior Automation Engineer- Electronics- Norwich, CT

Senior Automation Engineer

A global manufacturer and technology leader specializing in precision fluid dispensing, automated assembly, and industrial process solutions. The organization serves a diverse range of industries, including medical device, electronics, automotive, consumer products, and packaging, providing innovative equipment and automation systems that help customers improve quality, efficiency, and productivity. Known for its engineering-driven culture, the company invests heavily in advanced manufacturing technologies, continuous improvement, and the development of high-performance automation solutions used by manufacturers worldwide.

Job Description

Lead the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing equipment, assembly processes, and production systems. Serve as the technical owner for automation projects from concept through production, ensuring reliability, safety, scalability, and performance. Design and modify mechanical systems, tooling, fixtures, and machine assemblies using SolidWorks and other CAD tools. Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, motion control systems, sensors, actuators, and electrical control systems. Program, integrate, and support industrial robots and machine vision systems to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality. Diagnose and resolve complex electromechanical equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions. Drive equipment reliability, uptime, throughput, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. Lead capital equipment projects including vendor management, design reviews, commissioning, validation, and production handoff. Develop project budgets, ROI analyses, and capital expenditure justifications while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Provide hands-on support for equipment startups, process optimization, maintenance strategies, and sustained production operations.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Automation Engineer should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred, with 7+ years of hands-on automation engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting, especially Allen-Bradley and Omron platforms, along with HMI development and support.
• Proven ability to program, integrate, and troubleshoot industrial robots (ABB, Fanuc) and machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence).
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, with experience designing automated equipment, tooling, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies.
• Advanced electromechanical troubleshooting skills, including root cause analysis and resolution of complex equipment and controls issues.
• Experience with motion control systems, sensors, actuators, safety circuits, and electrical control panel design.
• Knowledge of UL and CE standards and best practices for industrial automation systems.
• Demonstrated success leading automation and capital equipment projects from concept through installation, commissioning, and production support.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience driving reliability, efficiency, and productivity gains is a plus.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact automation and capital equipment projects with significant visibility across the organization.
• Exposure to advanced technologies including robotics, machine vision, PLC controls, motion systems, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborative and innovative engineering environment where ideas and continuous improvement are encouraged.
• Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization.
• Cross-functional leadership experience working closely with engineering, operations, quality, and manufacturing teams.
• Hands-on involvement from concept and design through implementation, commissioning, and production support.
• Stable, fast-paced environment focused on operational excellence, technology advancement, and employee development.

Job summary