Senior Automation Engineer - Montville, CT

Michael Page International

Montville, Connecticut

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$105,000–$140,000 Per Year

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

ABB (Asea Brown Boveri), Allen-Bradley, AutoCAD, Automated Assembly Equipment, Automation, Automation Engineering, Automation Systems, Budget Management, Business Case, Business Growth, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Capital Equipment, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Capital Project, Career Development, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Electrical Design, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Industrial Robotics, Investment Capital, Leading Edge Technology, MPI, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Systems, Mechanical Design, Motion Control, Operational Support, Performance Management, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Execution, Project/Program Management, Reliability Engineering, Return on Investment (ROI), Robotics, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Systems, Six Sigma Certification, SolidWorks, Startup, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Systems Reliability, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection

LOCATION

Montville, Connecticut

POSTED

4 days ago

Job TitleLead the design, development, implementation, and optimization of automated manufacturing equipment and assembly processes.Our client is a globally recognized manufacturer known for delivering innovative engineered solutions to customers across a wide range of industries. With a strong focus on technology, quality, and continuous improvement, the company offers employees the opportunity to work on complex engineering challenges in a collaborative and inclusive environment. The organization invests heavily in advanced manufacturing technologies and encourages employees to contribute new ideas that improve processes, efficiency, and performance. Team members are empowered to take ownership of projects, work cross-functionally, and play a key role in driving operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable, growing business where engineering expertise is highly valued and where career development, innovation, and hands-on problem solving are at the core of the company culture.Job DescriptionLead the design, development, implementation, and optimization of automated manufacturing equipment and assembly processes.Take technical ownership of automation systems throughout their full lifecycle, from concept through production support.Design and enhance mechanical systems, fixtures, tooling, and machine assemblies using CAD platforms such as SolidWorks.Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and HMI interfaces.Design and support electrical control systems, including sensors, actuators, motion components, and safety systems.Program, integrate, and optimize industrial robotics and machine vision solutions.Diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues while improving system reliability and minimizing downtime.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve manufacturing performance.Establish preventative maintenance strategies and support production start-ups and ramp-ups.Manage capital equipment projects, including vendor selection, commissioning, validation, and production handoff.Prepare business cases, ROI analyses, and capital expenditure requests.Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.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 ApplicantBachelor's degree in an engineering discipline preferred.Minimum 7 years of experience in automation, manufacturing engineering, or related fields.Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience, including Allen-Bradley and/or Omron platforms.Hands-on experience with industrial robotics such as ABB or Fanuc.Machine vision programming and integration experience, ideally with Cognex or Keyence systems.Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks.Knowledge of motion control systems, HMIs, and automation architecture.Familiarity with UL and CE standards.Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.Six Sigma certification.What's on OfferOpportunity to join a globally respected and innovative manufacturing organization.High level of technical ownership and autonomy across advanced automation projects.Exposure to cutting-edge technologies including robotics, machine vision, PLCs, motion control, and automated manufacturing systems.Collaborative engineering environment where ideas and contributions are encouraged and recognized.Opportunity to lead major capital investments and influence manufacturing strategy.Diverse, inclusive workplace culture with a commitment to employee success.Long-term career growth and development opportunities within a technology-driven organization.Hands-on role offering a balance of engineering design, project execution, and operational support.Contact Delaney Sandner Quote job ref JN-072026-7061058Job SummarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProduction, ManufacturingIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationMontvilleContract TypePermanentConsultant NameDelaney SandnerJob ReferenceJN-072026-7061058

About the Company

Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

WEBSITE

https://www.michaelpage.ca/

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