Automation Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering, factory design, or manufacturing transformation
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Value Stream Mapping
• Experience leading process improvement or automation initiatives
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• Experience with automation, robotics, or Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Exposure to ERP/MES integration
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification
• Practical experience with manufacturing quality management systems
• Practical experience with preventative maintenance programs
• Practical experience with Supply chain management processes
• Experience with digital factory modeling or simulation tools

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing operations from a systems perspective to drive transformation initiatives
• Design and optimize end-to-end value streams to improve throughput and efficiency
• Lead automation projects including design, integration, and implementation of robotics and PLC systems
• Evaluate facility layouts, equipment utilization, and automation strategies
• Translate simulation and modeling insights into actionable transformation roadmaps
• Drive Lean initiatives, including Kaizen events and continuous improvement programs
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to align process improvements with business goals
• Utilize data analytics to drive decision-making and performance improvements
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k matching