Automation Engineer

CSAT Solutions LP•Houston, TX

About The Position

CSAT Solutions is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of an Automation Engineer for AI server repair. This role involves supporting the design, integration, installation, commissioning, validation, and optimization of automation systems for AI server repair, reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations. The engineer will provide support for medium- to large-scale automation and capital projects, including those with AS/RS, AMRs, AGVs, conveyors, sortation systems, robotic material handling, and goods-to-person technologies. Responsibilities include troubleshooting PLC logic, sensors, actuators, motors, drives, scanners, vision systems, and communication networks, as well as partnering with other teams to develop and implement automation solutions for high-value AI servers and components. The role also involves coordinating with suppliers and contractors, developing project plans, analyzing performance data, maintaining documentation, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, evaluating emerging technologies, developing KPI dashboards, providing project updates, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supporting employee training.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.
Two (2) to three (3) years of experience in automation engineering, controls engineering, process engineering, manufacturing engineering, warehouse automation, or a related engineering role.
Demonstrated experience with PLC-controlled automation systems, industrial controls, sensors, drives, motors, HMIs, and industrial communication networks.
Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting; Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, or similar platforms preferred.
Strong understanding of automated material handling, system controls, equipment integration, and industrial safety.
Experience participating in automation system commissioning, FAT/SAT, equipment validation, and production implementation.
Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, process mapping, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze large operational datasets and develop meaningful reports and dashboards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to identify root causes and make business decisions.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, operations personnel, vendors, contractors, and leadership.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of projects, and operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, electronics repair, reverse logistics, or high-technology operations preferred.
Experience with AI server, GPU, electronics, or high-value technology repair operations strongly preferred.
Experience integrating or supporting AMRs, AGVs, AS/RS, conveyors, sortation systems, robotic systems, or other goods-to-person technologies preferred.
Experience with Power BI, SQL databases, Python, or other data analytics and visualization tools preferred.
Experience developing process maps and facility layouts using Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD, or similar software preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the design, integration, installation, commissioning, validation, and optimization of automation systems supporting AI server repair, reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations.
Provide engineering support for medium- to large-scale automation and capital projects, including projects involving automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), conveyors, sortation systems, robotic material handling, and goods-to-person technologies.
Utilize programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), sensors, controls, and automation software to troubleshoot, optimize, and improve automated equipment and processes.
Troubleshoot PLC logic, sensors, actuators, motors, drives, scanners, vision systems, communication networks, and other automation components to identify and resolve equipment and process issues.
Partnering with other functional teams, develop and implement automation solutions that improve the movement, identification, tracking, and control of high-value AI servers, GPU assemblies, components, and repair materials throughout the facility.
Coordinate with equipment suppliers, contractors, integrators, and technology providers during system design, installation, integration, commissioning, and acceptance testing.
Develop project plans, schedules, technical requirements, equipment specifications, acceptance criteria, and implementation plans for assigned automation projects.
Analyze automation performance and downtime data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures, capacity constraints, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop and maintain documentation including system configurations, PLC and controls documentation, process flows, equipment specifications, preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting guides, and standard operating procedures.
Coordinate and support Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement initiatives within automated warehouse and repair operations.
Evaluate emerging automation technologies, robotics, artificial intelligence, machine vision, and data analytics solutions that may improve AI server repair operations.
Develop KPI dashboards and analytical reports to monitor automation performance, including throughput, utilization, downtime, cycle time, system availability, and labor productivity.
Provide regular project and operational updates to Engineering and Operations leadership and participate in project reviews, customer meetings, and operational planning activities.
Ensure automation projects and equipment comply with applicable OSHA, electrical, machine safety, and company requirements.
Support employee training and knowledge transfer for operators, technicians, maintenance personnel, and engineering staff.
Perform other engineering projects and duties as assigned.