Automation Engineer
Automation Engineer
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09-04-2025
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Job Posting Start DateJob Posting End DateFlex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps marketleading brands design build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve peoples lives.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful inclusive and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but dont meet every bullet point we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Job Summary
To support production and troubleshoot activities on fully automated assembly lines for manufacturing were looking to add an Automation Engineer located in Austin TX.
What a typical day looks like:
- Design engineer and modify existing and new moderatelycomplex automation equipment tooling and applications to automate manufacturing processes.
- Direct interface with customer and machine vendor for design improvements
- Experience troubleshooting PLC Controls Systems: specifically AllenBradley and ABB
- Establish technical manuals drawings models training documentation preventative maintenance plans and troubleshooting guides for automated equipment and automated processes.
- Understand the machine operating principle Consequence of wear and tear parts and product defects
- Ensure the uptime of machines through regular preventive maintenance and breakdown maintenance
- Should be willing to learn & enhance the skill in all type of Automation equipment.
- Should prepare whywhy analysis & drive for permanent corrective actions.
- Should be able to give feedback to improve the design of process and equipment.
- Directs daily department activities to maximize equipment utilization and support production needs
- Coordinates maintenance activities with other functional groups such as engineering and operations to ensure the efficient operation of the departmental function.
- Collaborates and offers input to planning building and maintaining the Automation framework and associated processes for new products.
- Identifies and drives change to ensure automation effectiveness of existing processes.
- Demonstrates and understanding of customer requirements offer suggestions and ideas on how best to deliver automation solutions.
The experience were looking to add to our team
- Typically requires 35 years related experience
- Requires an Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering electrical engineering or mechatronics
- Understanding of PLCs (ABB preferred)
- Experience with Minitab highly preferred
- Electrical experience is a plus
- Lean Six Sigma/DRM Green Belt highly preferred
- Regulated industry documentation skills
- Previous position supporting 24/7 production site
- Experience with vision based inspection (Cognex/Keyence software)
- Previous experience with pneumatics
What youll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical dental and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Shortterm and Longterm Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category
Production EngineeringRelocation:Eligible for domestic relocation onlyIs Sponsorship Available
NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit qualifications and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age race religion color sex national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. Were happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email and well discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex you must complete the application process first).Employment Type
Full-Time
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