Automation and PLC Engineer

Autoliv United States • Ogden, UT

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About The Position

Autoliv is seeking an Automation and PLC Engineer to design, develop, and optimize advanced manufacturing systems that improve efficiency, quality, and productivity. The role involves collaborating with engineering, production, and cross-functional teams to implement, program, and maintain automation solutions using robotics, PLCs, and control technologies.

The engineer will design and implement control systems for automated manufacturing equipment; program and integrate industrial robots; develop PLC programs; and troubleshoot automation systems to improve reliability, throughput, safety, and overall equipment effectiveness. The role also includes integrating vision systems, barcode scanners, sensors, and industrial communication networks.

Autoliv describes an international work setting with opportunities for career and personal development. Its training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development, and business management skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or process engineering within a high-volume production environment.
• Hands-on experience with industrial robot programming and integration; FANUC experience is preferred, including vision systems such as iRVision.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control networks and communication protocols, including EtherNet/IP, Profinet, OPC UA, and RS232/RS485.
• Experience with servo systems, motion control, PLC programming, machine safety systems, and structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and 5 Why.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FANUC industrial robots and vision systems such as iRVision.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for automated manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion control systems.
• Program, integrate, and optimize industrial robots, including FANUC, ABB, and Yamaha robots, for assembly, material handling, and inspection applications.
• Develop and maintain PLC programs using Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 and other industry-standard platforms.
• Troubleshoot and improve automation systems to enhance equipment reliability, production throughput, safety, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Integrate vision systems, barcode scanners, sensors, and industrial communication networks such as EtherNet/IP, Profinet, and OPC UA.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package
• Recognition awards
• Company events and family events
• University discount options
• Other perks
• Gender pay equality
• Training and development programs emphasizing technical competency, leadership development, and business management skills

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level