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Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer


Job Location:

Ankeny, IA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 124160 - 194000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer to lead the design development and deployment of automation and digital manufacturing solutions across Agilents global manufacturing network.

In this role you will serve as a technical leader and system architect for automation projects developed both internally and with external partners. You will collaborate across mechanical electrical controls and software disciplines to deliver innovative manufacturing solutions that improve operational performance and business outcomes.

This position requires a hands-on engineer who is equally comfortable with system design equipment integration troubleshooting and leading cross-functional project teams from concept through implementation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead automation and digital manufacturing projects supporting production quality and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Act as the system architect and technical lead integrating mechanical electrical controls and software components into complete manufacturing solutions.
  • Design develop assemble test and troubleshoot automation systems before deployment.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing sites engineering teams process scientists quality organizations and external vendors to successfully deliver projects.
  • Develop User Requirements Specifications (URS) and translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Evaluate select and manage external suppliers and automation partners.
  • Build business cases through cost-benefit analysis budgetary estimates and savings calculations.
  • Lead development and execution of validation plans test protocols and deployment documentation.
  • Support implementation and commissioning activities at manufacturing sites.
  • Train manufacturing teams on new equipment systems and processes.
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards and documentation requirements including ISO-based processes.

Drive continuous improvement through automation digitalization and process optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of industrial engineering experience.
  • Experience designing integrating assembling and troubleshooting automation systems.
  • Experience serving as a system architect technical lead project manager or similar leadership role on industrial projects.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with operators engineers managers and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated success working collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Experience following structured quality systems and maintaining technical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience developing business cases and managing external vendors.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other quality management systems.
  • Familiarity with PLC programming and industrial control systems.
  • Experience with SCADA platforms and manufacturing data collection/visualization systems.
  • Experience supporting global manufacturing operations or multi-site deployments.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least September 24 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $124160.00 - $194000.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. During the hiring process a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Technologies Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals regardless of personal characteristics are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex pregnancy race religion or religious creed color gender gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status registered domestic partner status age sexual orientation military or veteran status protected veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state local law ordinance or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility please email or contact 1-. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections please visit Required: 25% of the Time

Shift:
Day

Duration:
No End Date

Job Function:
Manufacturing

Required Experience:

Senior IC