Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, robotics, and industrial control systems.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and validation of new production equipment.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost.
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control system documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Lead or support capital automation projects from concept through implementation.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Monitor equipment performance using data analysis and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train production and maintenance personnel on new automation systems and equipment.
• Maintain spare parts inventories and support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, industrial controls, or process engineering.
• Experience programming PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, or similar).
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, or DeviceNet.
• Experience with robotics integration and automated material handling systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical controls, sensors, actuators, servo systems, and VFDs.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies, IIoT, and data analytics.
• Knowledge of vision inspection systems and machine safety standards.
• Experience with SQL databases, Python, C#, or other programming languages.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Professional certifications in automation or controls engineering are a plus.