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Automation Controls Engineer

Jobot · Gainesville, GA · 5 days ago
On-siteEngineering$100k–$140k/yrFull-time

Job Details

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  • Requirements

  • Qualifications

  • Skills

  • Benefits

  • Pay

  • Schedule

A bit about us: Founded more than 160 years ago and headquartered in Europe with facilities across North America and Asia, we are a worldwide leader in precision gear technology and advanced automation solutions. With nearly 4,000 employees worldwide, we serve top-tier automotive and industrial customers through innovation, long-term stability, and a people-first culture built on collaboration, safety, and growth opportunities. Our Gainesville GA facility is expanding and we’re looking for top engineering talent to join our highly skilled team.

Why join us?

  • 10% Bonus

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, FSAs, life/disability coverage

  • Strong PTO (15 days PTO plus 10 paid holidays)

  • 401(k) with up to 4% match & retirement planning

  • Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support)

  • Global Exposure: Influence training across international sites

  • Hands-On Impact: Develop competencies that drive product quality and manufacturing excellence

  • Innovative culture: Hands-on automation and robotics projects in a high-tech manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve automation issues on automated assembly lines, injection molding, and metal processing equipment

  • Conduct machine and process capability studies, implementing improvements as needed

  • Support APQP, FMEA, and Control Plan development and review processes

  • Commission, program, and optimize automated equipment, robots, and machine controls

  • Develop automation concepts for new projects and collaborate with Industrial Engineering

  • Write and update work instructions, training material, and technical documentation

  • Identify and implement process optimization measures to improve quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency

  • Lead problem-solving efforts including 8D activities, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning

  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality regulations (ISO/IATF standards)

  • Provide training to operators, engineers, and interns on automation systems

  • Plan spare parts requirements and support long-term equipment reliability

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field)

  • 3+ years of automation or process engineering experience in manufacturing

  • Strong troubleshooting skills across automation, robotics, and control systems

  • Experience with schematics (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic)

  • Proficiency in MS Office and statistical analysis methods

  • Knowledge of manufacturing standards such as IATF and ISO

  • Project management skills with cross-functional teams

  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and in teams

QualificationsNice to Haves

  • Hands-on experience with one or more of the following systems: Siemens Step 7, TwinCAT 3, Kuka KR C4 robots, Mitsubishi Scara, Beckhoff IPC, LabVIEW, - Cognex or Keyence cameras, Trumpf or LPKF laser systems, ATEQ leak testers, Baltec, Bosch IndraDrive

  • Knowledge of PLC programming, robotics integration, and industrial databases (Oracle, OT/IT connectivity)

  • Experience with Lean Six Sigma or data-driven process improvement methodologies

Skills

  • Automation Controls Engineering

  • Machine and Process Capability Studies

  • APQP, FMEA, and Control Plan Development

  • Automation Equipment Optimization

  • Automation Concept Development

  • Work Instruction Writing and Training

  • Process Optimization Measures Implementation

  • Problem-Solving and Root Cause Analysis

  • Compliance with Safety, Environmental, and Quality Regulations

  • Training and Mentorship

  • Spare Parts Planning and Equipment Reliability Support

Benefits

  • 10% Bonus

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, FSAs, life/disability coverage

  • Strong PTO (15 days PTO plus 10 paid holidays)

  • 401(k) with up to 4% match & retirement planning

  • Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support)

  • Global Exposure: Influence training across international sites

  • Hands-On Impact: Develop competencies that drive product quality and manufacturing excellence

  • Innovative culture: Hands-on automation and robotics projects in a high-tech manufacturing environment

Pay

$100,000 - $140,000 per year

Schedule

Not specified

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