Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Engineer

Steven Douglas Corp•Concord Township, PA

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About The Position

At Steven Douglas Corp (SDC), we specialize in designing and building custom automated machines that serve a wide variety of applications and industries. As a family-owned and growing business, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions by blending proven engineering principles with creative approaches to automation. A Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Engineer at SDC will design and deploy RPA solutions and agentic models that streamline workflows across engineering, manufacturing, project management, and finance. We are looking for a team player who is ready to take the next step in their AI career – working collaboratively to serve SDC as our internal AI lead utilizing agentic experience. Why Join SDC? Innovative Concepts: At SDC, your primary focus will be leading internal AI initiatives and automation solutions. Collaborative Environment: Work closely with our sales, project management, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of design and execution. Family-Owned Culture: Experience a supportive and agile environment that values technical excellence and personal growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Controls, Electrical, Computer, Software, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related discipline).
3+ years’ agentic tooling experience (OpenAI API, Co-Pilot Studio, or similar) and/or low-code automation (Power Automate, Zapier) a plus.
Experience in industrial automation/controls or software engineering in a factory automation context.
Hands-on with data integration (REST APIs, SQL), scripting (Python preferred), and dashboarding (Power BI or similar).
Familiarity with enterprise systems (Total ETO, SAGE, Smartsheet, SOLIDWORKS)
Understanding of PLC/HMI/robotics concepts to collaborate with CE/ME teams; prior controls background strongly preferred.
Strong problem-solving, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills; bias for action and efficiency.
Someone who can translate business needs into actionable solution designs and project plans
Ability and willingness to support occasional on-site needs and short travel (up to 10%).

Responsibilities

Serve as SDC’s internal lead for AI initiatives, coordinating with larger AI company on roadmap, priorities, and standards.
Design and deploy robotic process automation (RPA) solutions that streamline workflows across departments.
Build Power BI dashboards and data pipelines that pull from Total ETO (ERP), SAGE (accounting), Smartsheet (project management), and SOLIDWORKS (design) via REST APIs and SQL.
Design and deploy agentic models (AI agents/tools) (e.g., OpenAI API, Copilot, retrieval/function-calling pipelines) to automate various stages of the machine design process
Create smaller internal automations (Python scripts, SQL, ETL jobs, alerts) to eliminate manual steps across all departments.
Support engineering teams with light controls/robotics interfaces and data bridges (PLC/HMI/robot data tags, test harnesses) in collaboration with CE/ME leads.
Responsible for version control, documentation, and secure deployment of internal tools; train users and ensure continuity and consistency.
Track outcomes with KPIs (hours saved, error reduction, lead-time improvement) to share with management team.
Understand and evaluate IT related contracts.
Facilitate/perform internal IT related tasks.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance with supplemental insurance options.
3 weeks’ vacation, accrued sick leave, and 10 company-paid holidays.
401(k) plan with a 4% employer match per pay period.
Company-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
A supportive, family-owned culture focused on integrity, respect, learning, and innovation.

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