Automation Engineer
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We must not repeat job title as heading. We need to include sections only when posting has real specific content. We need to preserve all substantive info, no boilerplate.
We need to parse the posting.
Content:
- Intro: "We're Hiring: Automation Engineer Location: Torrance, CA Company: Pelican Products, Inc." Then "Who We Are" paragraph.
- "What You'll Do" list of responsibilities.
- "What We’re Looking For" list of qualifications.
- "The Technical Experience We're Looking For" list of technical areas.
- "Additional Information": onsite position, travel, hands-on involvement, manage multiple projects, supports commitment.
- "What’s In It For You": benefits description (relaxed environment, community, feedback, PTO, holiday pay, extra vacation purchase, relocation assistance, 401(k) with immediate match, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, HSA contribution, wellness discount program, global mental wellness program, quarterly employee celebration days, peer-to-peer recognition, service recognition, employee referral program, employee discounts, career growth, work on products, collaborate, established brand, and more...). This is benefits.
- "Compensation & Benefits": mentions pay range, compensation reflects cost, base pay part of total compensation, annual U.S. pay range listed below (but not actually listed? It says "The annual U.S. pay range for this position is listed below." but no numbers given). It says "Pay within this range varies by work location...". No actual numbers. So we cannot create Pay section because no specific numbers. The instruction: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. Benefits we have content. Pay we do not have specific numbers, so we should not create Pay section. Schedule: not mentioned. So we omit Pay and Schedule.
We need sections: About the role (maybe "Who We Are" could be About the role? Actually "Who We Are" is company overview. Could be About the role? The instruction: use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to map content to these headings.
We have:
- About the role: could be the "Who We Are" paragraph? Or maybe "What You'll Do" is Responsibilities. "What We’re Looking For" is Requirements/Qualifications. "The Technical Experience We're Looking For" could be Skills. "Additional Information" maybe part of Responsibilities or Requirements? Could be included in Responsibilities or Requirements. "What’s In It For You" is Benefits.
Thus we can structure:
About the role
Pelican Products, Inc. ... (the Who We Are paragraph)
Responsibilities
- ... list items from What You'll Do
Requirements
- ... list items from What We’re Looking For (the bullet list of qualifications)
Skills
- ... list items from The Technical Experience We're Looking For (the bullet list of technical areas)
Benefits
- ... list items from What’s In It For You (benefits)
under About the role or Responsibilities? Probably better to add a short paragraph under About the role or maybe a separate section like "Additional Information" but not in allowed headings. Since we must only use allowed headings, we could fold into Responsibilities as extra bullet or into About the role as a paragraph. Let's add a paragraph after About the role: "This is an onsite position located in Torrance, California. Domestic and international travel is required as needed to support automation projects and multi-site initiatives. This position requires hands-on involvement with manufacturing equipment and production environments. Must be able to independently manage multiple technical projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Supports Pelican’s commitment to Safety, Quality, Innovation, and continuous improvement." Now Benefits: need to list each benefit as
About the role
At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world’s toughest conditions—because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits. With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high-performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it’s transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission-essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission. At Pelican, your work has a real-world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you’re ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.
This is an onsite position located in Torrance, California. Domestic and international travel is required as needed to support automation projects and multi-site initiatives. This position requires hands-on involvement with manufacturing equipment and production environments. Must be able to independently manage multiple technical projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Supports Pelican’s commitment to Safety, Quality, Innovation, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Independently design, develop, and implement automated manufacturing equipment, fixtures, robotics, and control systems.
- Lead automation and equipment integration projects from initial concept through installation, commissioning, implementation, and validation.
- Program, troubleshoot, and support PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, servo drives, sensors, and industrial control systems.
- Diagnose and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, controls, and automation-related equipment issues.
- Develop and maintain electrical schematics, assembly drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), control documentation, and work instructions.
- Support equipment commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and process validation.
- Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to improve manufacturing processes and equipment performance.
- Support automation rollouts, equipment standardization, and process improvements across multiple Pelican manufacturing facilities.
- Evaluate automation technologies, equipment, components, and vendors and recommend solutions based on manufacturing needs.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, downtime reduction, process capability, labor efficiency, ergonomics, and safety.
- Support machine safety compliance, equipment guarding requirements, and automation risk assessments.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and production personnel.
- Support capital equipment planning, project scoping, and budgeting for automation investments.
- Travel to domestic and international Pelican facilities as needed to support automation projects and equipment implementations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related technical field.
- 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing automation, controls engineering, or industrial automation.
- Strong hands-on knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.
- Experience working with HMIs, robotics, sensors, servo systems, vision systems, and industrial controls.
- Experience integrating and troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
- Strong electrical, mechanical, and controls troubleshooting capabilities.
- Experience supporting manufacturing process improvements and equipment optimization.
- Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Ability to read, develop, and work from electrical schematics and technical documentation.
- Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
- Experience leading or independently managing automation or equipment projects.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Quality.
Skills
- PLC Programming
- Robotics
- HMI Development
- Vision Systems
- Servo/Motion Control
- Sensors
- Industrial Controls
- Equipment Integration
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Pneumatics
- Machine Safety
- FAT/SAT
- Automated Manufacturing
Benefits
- Join a company that truly values its employees!
- Relaxed and casual work environment
- Strong commitment to giving back to communities
- Focus on employee satisfaction
- Regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership
- Structured performance evaluations
- Competitive paid time off plans / Holiday pay / extra vacation purchase opportunities
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- 401(k) with immediate company match
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Health Savings Account Contribution
- Wellness Discount Program
- Global Mental Wellness Program
- Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
- Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program
- Service Recognition Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee discounts on Pelican products and gear
- Career growth opportunities across Engineering, Operations, and Product Development