Manufacturing Automation Engineer

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What we offer

• Competitive salary

• Paid time off:15 days paid vacation/10 days paid holidays/5 sick days each calendar year

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match medical dental and vision care all available day one of employment

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

You will be responsible for improving maintaining and supporting all automated Assembly Test and Production systems within the facility. You will also focus on increasing equipment performance reliability OEE and process capability by providing advanced technical expertise in automation PLC programming industrial controls robotics data acquisition and troubleshooting.

This role supports new equipment installations while prioritizing optimization of existing assets ensuring they operate safely consistently and at required production rates. You will also work closely with Operations Maintenance Quality Product Engineering and Process Engineering to drive continuous improvement and deliver sustainable automation solutions.

How you will do it

Equipment Performance & Reliability

• Improve performance uptime and reliability of automated Assembly and Testing equipment.

• Lead troubleshooting of complex automation issues including PLC logic sensors communications HMIs robotics and servo/motion systems.

• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring equipment failures and implements permanent corrective actions. Drive improvements to eliminate unplanned downtime and reduce cycle time variability.

2. PLC Controls and Software Development

• Develop modify optimize and maintain PLC programs (AllenBradley / Siemens or plant standards).

• Update and improve HMI screens diagnostics alarm structures and operator interfaces.

• Maintain robust version control and documentation for all automation code.

• Implement and maintain errorproofing (PokaYoke) logic to prevent product or process defects.

3. OEE Improvement & Automation Optimization

• Own OEE improvement initiatives for automated linesAvailability Performance Quality.

• Analyze performance data and downtime trends to target improvement opportunities.

• Optimize machine motion profiles cycle times process sequences and control logic.

• Support Process Engineering in eliminating bottlenecks and improving takt adherence.

4. New Equipment & Technology Integration

• Lead automation-related activities for new equipment: specification vendor management design reviews and commissioning.

• Develop functional specifications control architecture and FAT/SAT acceptance criteria.

• Support equipment buyoffs debugging installation and process validation.

• Identify and deploy new technologies to improve automation capability and efficiency.

5. Documentation & Change Management

• Maintain updated electrical schematics I/O lists network diagrams and device documentation.

• Support ECNs/ECRs with required automation changes and proper documentation.

• Create and maintain technical documentation for operators Maintenance and Engineering teams.

6. Continuous Improvement & Process Support

• Participate in and lead CI/Kaizen events targeting uptime scrap cycle-time reduction and throughput improvement.

• Implement data collection system monitoring and analytics tools to enhance decision making.

• Collaborate with Process Engineering on workflow line balance and layout improvements.

7. Testing Systems & Instrumentation

• Maintain troubleshoot and improve automated test equipment instrumentation and data acquisition systems.

• Ensure test systems meet capability repeatability and calibration requirements.

• Enhance diagnostic features to speed up troubleshooting and reduce false failures.

8. CrossFunctional Collaboration

• Work closely with Quality to improve test capability PokaYoke coverage and error detection systems.

• Assist Operations in resolving daily automation issues and supporting production recovery efforts.

• Partner with Maintenance to ensure reliable safe and sustainable operation of automation systems.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Automation Engineering or related field.

• Handson experience with PLC programming (AllenBradley preferred) HMIs sensors robotics motions systems and industrial networks.

• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with automated production equipment.

• Ability to analyze equipment data and drive improvements in OEE and machine reliability.

• Understanding of electrical schematics controls design and machine safety standards.

• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.

• Advanced troubleshooting and problem solving

• Automation controls & programming

• Crossfunctional collaboration

• Root cause analysis (RCA)

• Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement principles

• Project management

• Strong documentation and communication skills

• Ownership mindset and accountability

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $ (Salary to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity location and alignment with market data). This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual group and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process please visit here.