Automation Controls Engineer II, Air Manufacturing Innovation

Nike • AIR MI OREGON, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Nike Air Manufacturing Innovation operates in a fast-paced, highly integrated production environment. This role is part of the Production Equipment Engineering team within Manufacturing Operations, driving equipment reliability and enabling scalable automation deployment. The team serves as the final line of technical support in the escalation process, providing solutions and structured action plans for complex equipment issues. You will partner with Production, Maintenance, Facilities, Planning, EHS, Manufacturing Engineering, IT, and external vendors to support performance, continuous improvement, and pilot-to-scale execution. At NIKE, Inc. we promise to provide a premium, inclusive, compelling and authentic candidate experience. Delivering on this promise means we allow you to be at your best — and to do that, you need to understand how the hiring process works. Transparency is key.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Controls, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or controls engineering in a high-volume production environment.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial equipment, control and electrical systems (< 50VDC, <440VAC).
• Familiarity with communication protocols, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and controls system documentation.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with PLC and VFD systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens preferred), HMI interfaces, and basic automation architectures.
• Knowledge of sheet extrusion, thermoforming, Radio-Frequency welding, and part trimming of thermoplastics is preferred
• Experience supporting continuous improvement or retrofit projects in manufacturing environments.
• Basic experience with robotics systems (ABB, Denso) and vision systems (Keyence, Cognex).
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD electrical or equivalent controls design tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or reliability-centered maintenance principles.
• Experience working with external vendors for equipment retrofits, troubleshooting or technical support.
• Exposure to automation lifecycle (pilot support, integration, or deployment).

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to improve reliability and uptime.
• Lead small continuous improvement and retrofit initiatives to enhance system performance.
• Support controls updates, documentation, and system design improvements.
• Apply structured problem solving to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with vendors for technical troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades.
• Support pilot activities and assist in transitioning new automation solutions into production.
• Contribute to improving equipment performance metrics including uptime, OEE, and process stability.
• Work cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to ensure efficient execution and communication.

What This Job Offers

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