Automation and Equipment Engineer

DOUBLE H PLASTICS INC•Warminster, PA

About The Position

The Automation & Equipment Engineering team consists of cross-functional engineers, technicians and Machine Shop personnel which support all technical functions of the business. The position plays a critical role in the commissioning and qualification of new part handling, inspection, stacking, cup/lid forming machinery, and other equipment as projects demand. Automation & Equipment Engineering will also support operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives on existing equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (similar discipline degrees will be considered)
5+ years of experience in automation in a high-speed manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience with mechanical systems and equipment
Systems integration: robotics & automation systems, mechatronic system architecture
Self-motivated - able to complete tasks with little assistance, choosing to do things the right way even when it takes longer or there is pressure to take shortcuts
Extremely organized with high attention to details
Proactive and ambitious seeker of knowledge and process
Strong written and oral communication skills
Bold and take the initiative to act
Good interpersonal skills - comfortable speaking with, training, and interacting with people at all levels of the organization on a daily basis

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLC programming is a plus
Experience with electrical & electronic systems is a plus

Responsibilities

Establish an engineering expertise in paper forming machine function and processing
Establish an expertise in paper processing and composition and apply that knowledge to paper forming process window development
Support initiative to establish preventative maintenance program for automation and paper forming equipment.
Support A&E contribution to new Stage Gate processes, templates, and workflows.
Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting of automation failures and inefficiencies
Lead commissioning and validation of new automation equipment and upgrades
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, quality) to align automation goals
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Document system architecture, code, and change controls for traceability and audits
Stay current with emerging technologies in Industry 4.0, IIoT, and smart manufacturing
Other duties as assigned.