Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, commission and optimize automation cells and robotic work cells, including programming, testing, and integration.
• Perform PLC troubleshooting, repair, and optimization to minimize downtime and improve system reliability.
• Program, configure and maintain FANUC robots; develop and validate robotic programs for production tasks.
• Design, select and maintain End-Of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) and ensure EOAT is integrated correctly with robot cells.
• Plan and execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT); develop testing protocols, witness tests, and document results.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults on conveyors, degators and associated material handling systems.
• Lead root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities to increase uptime and throughput.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (project management, controls, mechanical, QA, and vendors) to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, wiring diagrams, PLC logic comments, test reports, and service records.
• Provide on-site technical support and training for commissioning, handover, and client troubleshooting as required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation with direct experience on automation cells and robotics integrations.
• Proven experience programming and servicing FANUC robots and developing EOAT solutions.
• Strong PLC troubleshooting skills (programming, ladder logic, I/O fault finding); experience with common PLC platforms.
• Demonstrated experience planning and executing FAT and SAT activities and preparing acceptance documentation.
• Hands-on experience with conveyors, degators, and other material handling equipment including repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Solid understanding of electrical schematics, control systems, sensors, HMIs and safety standards for automated machinery.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; ability to interface with customers and cross-functional project teams.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites for SAT and commissioning; valid drivers license and ability to work in industrial environments.

Benefits

• Vacation/PTO
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k