Principal Automation Engineer - JDAS

JOB SUMMARY

The Principal Automation Engineer (JDAS) supports production/manufacturing automation, focusing on vision and inspection systems. Responsibilities include identifying, planning, and overseeing vision system and inspection automation projects, acting as a liaison between sites and automation vendors.

SKILLS

• Expert knowledge of manufacturing automation systems and industrial automation technologies
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and automation project lifecycles
• Ability to lead cross-functional automation initiatives while coordinating with internal teams and third-party suppliers
• Excellent project planning, execution, vendor management, and stakeholder communication skills
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to evaluate automation opportunities and develop practical, scalable solutions

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, capital equipment deployment, or advanced manufacturing
• Experience with PCBA and Higher Level assemblies involving PCBAs is highly desired
• Experience leading large-scale automation projects within a contract manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success developing business cases, defining technical and financial requirements, managing vendors, and overseeing automation project execution
• Experience supporting maintenance automation or manufacturing process automation is preferred
• Experience with vision and/or inspection manufacturing or automation involving large products/assemblies is a plus
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience

PAY

The pay range for this role is $126,100 - $227,000. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off