Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and AI

Wilson Sporting Goods Co.•Portland, OR

1d•$72,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. We come together to win, grow, and celebrate. We all play for Team Wilson. We all have a role to play within our organization and are working towards the same goal. One team, one dream. We believe that being an athlete isn’t something you do, it’s who you are. It’s a universal code of conduct, a way of seeing the world and how you show up every day. We seek out diverse voices and welcome all perspectives. Our team is composed of individuals with unique backgrounds, points of view and experiences. These perspectives create a rich and diverse culture in which we learn from one another through empathy and inclusion. Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players, athletes, and our community is no small task. We are continually looking to add enthusiastic, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Together, we will create a better world through sport. Join us. In response to our growing business needs the Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and AI will play a key role in driving automation and process optimization across the factory. This position focuses on implementing and managing robotics and AI technologies while collaborating closely with our production, maintenance, and engineering teams. The Manufacturing Engineer will also lead key automation initiatives from concept through implementation. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in robotics and AI, a passion for learning new systems, and the ability to manage projects from concept to completion.

Requirements

This role requires bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering or a related field.
1–2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, robotics, or automation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience working independently and as part of a team.
General robotics knowledge and the aptitude to learn new platforms (including future cobots and vision systems).
Strong troubleshooting skills for equipment and processes.
Proficiency drawing parts and assemblies in SolidWorks
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Ability to coordinate, plan, and organize tasks and project demands.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Proficiency with standard office applications (Microsoft Office).
Flexibility and openness to assist with hands-on operations as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLC programming a plus.

Responsibilities

Support and optimize manufacturing processes using robotics and AI technologies.
Collaborate with automation integrators to implement robotics, vision systems, and AI-driven solutions across departments.
Learn and manage existing robotic systems (e.g., Wittmann robots in injection molding) and adapt to new platforms as they are introduced, including future cobots and other brands.
Lead one or two key automation projects at a time, overseeing planning, execution, and vendor coordination.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, improve quality, and increase throughput.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
Assist with the creation, updating, and training of SOPs related to automation and robotics.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for robotics and AI systems.
Contribute to a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.