Automation Engineer

About the role

Direct hire, onsite position in Latrobe, PA. 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the efficient operation of manufacturing facilities by procuring and maintaining automation equipment.
• Design, oversee installation, and complete qualification of new automation systems.
• Manage automation costs and present savings opportunities to management regularly.
• Maintain and improve existing automation machines within the division.
• Coordinate with outside suppliers for automation projects.
• Create and approve specifications and designs for new automation machines.
• Manage construction schedules to meet production needs for automation projects.
• Procure purchase orders for automation at suppliers.
• Assist with production start-ups related to automation machinery.
• Troubleshoot automation machines and oversee continuous improvement efforts.
• Support other divisions with automation projects as needed.
• Use a handheld propane torch on the production floor as required.

Requirements

• College Degree or Injection Molding Processing experience
• 3+ years of experience in automation or related field
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety standards
• Ability to work with standard methods of work in manufacturing environments

Pay

$80,000–$90,000