Engineering Specialist II, Automation

Inspired HR

2d•$95,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Engineering Specialist II to design, build, deploy, and support automated End-of-Line (EOL) production test systems. This role blends Python software development, Linux-based systems, production databases, and hands-on hardware integration to deliver reliable, operator-friendly test solutions in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable writing production-grade code, integrating physical I/O hardware, and supporting live manufacturing systems under real-world production pressures.

Requirements

Production Python development for automation or test systems
Database design and SQL experience (schema design, performance, backups/retention)
Experience maintaining or building internal production web applications
Hands-on experience with mechanical hardware and industrial I/O (valves, solenoids, sensors, actuators, etc.)
Proven experience developing automated EOL test systems in manufacturing
Strong Linux working knowledge (services, logs, processes, permissions)
Proficiency with Git source control and release discipline
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills in live production environments
Clear documentation skills for manufacturing and quality stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Industrial communications: RS-232/485, TCP/IP, Modbus, CAN, OPC UA
Docker and deployment tooling experience
Manufacturing and quality metrics/tools: FPY, yield, Pareto, SPC, 5-Why, 8D
Fixture design experience or close collaboration with mechanical/controls engineers
Automated testing frameworks (e.g., pytest), logging/telemetry, and monitoring dashboards

Responsibilities

Automated End-of-Line (EOL) Test System Development Design, implement, and maintain automated EOL test stations to validate product functionality, performance, and safety
Integrate instrumentation and test hardware (DAQ, sensors, pressure/flow, power supplies, relays, etc.)
Develop diagnostics, calibration routines, and preventative maintenance checks to maximize uptime
Develop maintainable Python applications for: Test orchestration and sequencing Hardware control and device communication Data logging, serialization, and reporting Automated result classification and analytics integration
Apply production software practices: modular architecture, structured logging, configuration management, and testing
Design and maintain databases for: Serial number traceability and product genealogy Test results, limits, versions, and station configuration Failure modes, repair loops, and yield metrics
Support reporting for manufacturing and quality (yield, FPY, Pareto, trends)
Implement data quality controls (validation, retention, backups, auditability)
Own and enhance a custom production web application used on the manufacturing floor: Operator UI for running tests and tracking units Station dashboards and status visibility Reporting views for manufacturing and quality
Maintain uptime, performance, usability, and access controls
Collaborate with stakeholders to deploy improvements with minimal production disruption
Interface and troubleshoot systems involving: Valves, switches, solenoids, relays, sensors, and actuators Digital and analog I/O and control logic
Support fixture integration and safe system design (interlocks, E-stops, etc.)
Read and support basic electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Develop and support applications in Linux environments
Use Git for version control, branching, reviews, and release/version tagging
Support scripted deployments and basic CI/CD practices where applicable