Automation Project Engineer

What You Will Do

• Lead and support automation equipment projects from concept, design, build, and validation through installation and production release.
• Design and develop custom automation systems and stations, including pick-and-place equipment, multi-axis systems, material handling, forming, welding, soldering, and laser-based processes.
• Cook up project activities across cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, vision, stamping, molding, product engineering, plant production, quality, and suppliers.
• Develop and review 2D and 3D CAD designs, layouts, and technical documentation for automation equipment and tooling.
• Support testing, debugging, and validation of automation systems to ensure performance, safety, and quality requirements are met.
• Participate in equipment FAT/SAT, commissioning, and production ramp-up, including on-site support as needed.
• Track project progress, schedules, risks, and deliverables; communicate status to stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and equipment reliability.
• Ensure automation designs comply with safety standards, engineering guidelines, and Molex best practices.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting automation or manufacturing equipment projects.
• Hands-on experience with custom automation equipment, robotics, or special-purpose machinery.
• Working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD tools for equipment design and layout.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a cross-functional, project-based environment.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required (typically up to ~20%) and be available for occasional after hours weekday calls.