Automation Engineer

Classic Industries • Unity Township, PA

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About The Position

The Automation Engineer leads the purchasing and design of automation equipment for manufacturing operations. The role identifies automation-driven cost-saving opportunities, presents recommendations and results to management, and maintains, troubleshoots, and improves existing automation equipment throughout the division.

The engineer coordinates projects and technical activities with outside suppliers and vendors; develops equipment specifications and requirements; reviews and approves machine and system designs; and manages construction schedules and procurement to support production launch requirements. The role also supports production start-ups, minimizes equipment downtime, oversees continuous improvement efforts, and partners with other divisions on automation projects and manufacturing improvements.

This position works in a manufacturing environment and requires adherence to applicable safety procedures. It involves using a handheld propane torch on the production floor. Automation work in this role contributes to productivity, quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.

Requirements

• A college degree in a relevant field, or 5+ years of IM Processing experience.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Understanding of manufacturing safety practices.
• Familiarity with Standard Method of Work principles.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with production teams, management, engineers, and outside suppliers.
• Strong project coordination skills, including the ability to manage schedules and deliverables.
• Ability to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and automation optimization.
• Adherence to applicable manufacturing safety procedures.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment and following established safety protocols.
• Ability to use a handheld propane torch on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Lead the purchasing and design of automation equipment for manufacturing operations.
• Identify and develop automation-driven cost-saving opportunities and regularly present recommendations and results to management.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve existing automation equipment throughout the division.
• Coordinate automation projects and technical activities with outside suppliers and vendors.
• Develop detailed specifications and requirements for new automation equipment.
• Review and approve designs for new automation machines and systems.
• Manage equipment construction schedules to ensure automation equipment is completed in time for production launches.
• Manage procurement and purchase orders for automation projects with external suppliers.
• Support production start-ups, particularly those involving automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot new and existing automation machines to minimize downtime and improve performance.
• Oversee the division’s ongoing continuous improvement efforts for automation equipment.
• Partner with other divisions to support automation projects and manufacturing improvements as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and a birthday holiday.
• Holiday pay.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Career growth in the manufacturing industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed