Automation Engineer

About the role

The Automation Engineer designs, integrates, programs, and supports automated equipment and control systems used in manufacturing operations. This position partners with manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, systems, facilities, vendors, and project teams to implement new equipment, troubleshoot existing systems, and improve equipment safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency. The role also evaluates emerging technologies and develops scalable solutions that support current and future production needs.

Marvin is a family-owned and -led window and door company committed to creating better ways of living. With over a century of experience designing, building, and engineering premium, award‑winning products, Marvin has been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine in 2024 and 2025 and operates in 19 cities across North America, producing products such as Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors and TruStile Doors. The company fosters a culture where safety and wellbeing come first.

Responsibilities

• Research, specify, design, program, install, and test automated equipment and control systems.
• Develop modifications and upgrades that improve safety, quality, reliability, efficiency, and production performance.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, controls, and programming issues.
• Program and support PLCs, operator interfaces, robotics, control panels, software, graphic displays, databases, and external system interfaces.
• Create, interpret, and maintain electrical prints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, suppliers, and engineers to ensure equipment and systems meet company standards and operational requirements.
• Support the transfer and integration of new equipment, technologies, and products to the production floor.
• Evaluate automation technologies and recommend solutions for project and future manufacturing needs.
• Provide end-user training and technical guidance to maintenance, manufacturing, and other team members.
• Communicate proactively, build strong cross-functional relationships, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Follow established electrical, environmental, health,