Controls & Automation Engineer
About The Position
The Controls & Automation Engineer will support the deployment and integration of Factory of the Future automation initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role will focus on executing and scaling automation solutions including robotics, vision systems, industrial controls, and advanced manufacturing technologies within production environments. This individual will work closely with operations, engineering, vendors, integrators, and regional teams to ensure automation systems are deployed to standard, integrated effectively, and capable of scaling across multiple divisions. In addition to execution, this role will help drive collaboration, standardization, and best practice sharing across the region while acting as a key point of contact for automation support, clarity, and removal of execution friction within divisions.
Requirements
- Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
- Hands-on experience supporting automation deployment and commissioning within manufacturing environments
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in fast-paced production environments
- Ability to collaborate effectively across operations, engineering, vendors, and integrators
- Strong communication, coordination, and execution mindset with willingness to work hands-on when required
- Ability to travel as needed to support implementation and commissioning activities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on industry experience
- 8 + years of experience in industrial automation, with proven leadership.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with robotics, cobots, Autonomous Mobile Robots and vision systems preferred
Responsibilities
- Support deployment, commissioning, and integration of automation systems within manufacturing environments
- Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems
- Support implementation of robotics, cobots, vision systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies
- Collaborate with automation vendors, integrators, plant teams, and regional resources to ensure successful execution of projects
- Act as a regional point of contact for automation support, helping drive clarity, alignment, and removal of execution barriers
- Support development, standardization, and scaling of automation best practices across divisions
- Assist in troubleshooting system, integration, and startup issues within production environments
- Contribute to improving manufacturing performance, uptime, and operational efficiency through automation initiatives
- Ensure automation systems align with Factory of the Future objectives and operational requirements
Benefits
- Engaging and dynamic environment
- Opportunity to develop industry-leading automotive technologies
- Investment in employees with support and resources
- Exciting, varied responsibilities
- Wide range of development prospects
- Unique career paths
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
