Automation Engineer

The Automation Engineer is responsible for developing implementing and supporting automation initiatives within a high-mix precision machining environment. This role will lead automation projects focused on increasing machine utilization reducing labor dependency improving quality and supporting the running lights out machining.

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in CNC machine automation robotics controls integration and continuous improvement methodologies. This individual will work closely with Operations Manufacturing Engineering Maintenance Quality and Production teams to identify automation opportunities and execute projects that improve Safety Productivity Quality Delivery and Cost (SPQDC) performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead automation projects from concept through implementation and sustainment.
• Identify and execute automation opportunities that increase machining capacity and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Develop automation roadmaps for CNC lathes mills secondary operations and material handling processes.
• Create project timelines budgets risk assessments and capital expenditure requests.
• Design and implement robotic machine tending systems for CNC equipment.
• Program and troubleshoot industrial robots (Fanuc ABB Universal Robots KUKA or similar).
• Develop automated loading and unloading solutions for machining cells.
• Integrate automated conveyors part handling systems and palletization solutions.
• Optimize cycle times and maximize spindle utilization.
• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify automation opportunities and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for automation-related issues.
• Provide technical support for existing automated systems.
• Develop preventive maintenance strategies for automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot robotic electrical pneumatic and control system issues.
• Ensure automation systems meet OSHA ANSI and company safety standards.
• Perform risk assessments and implement machine safeguarding solutions.
• Develop standard operating procedures lockout/tagout requirements and operator training materials.
• Create and maintain process documentation and operating instructions.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Automation Engineering or related field. Equivalent combination of education and industry experience may be considered.
• 3-5 years of automation engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting CNC machining operations preferred.
• Proven success implementing robotic machine tending and manufacturing automation projects.
• CAD software experience (SolidWorks AutoCAD Inventor or similar).
• CNC machine operation and machining process knowledge.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time