Senior Automation Engineer
Core
Leading support, sustainment, and improvement of automation systems for manufacturing equipment to ensure reliability, performance, quality, and safety.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC automation engineer
Builds
Automated manufacturing equipment upgrades, modifications, and reliability improvements
Domain
Manufacturing automation and controls
Required skills
PLC programming and troubleshooting, HMI development, robotics integration, SCADA system configuration, root cause analysis, project execution, technical documentation, safety system design, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, FANUC robots, machine vision, servo/motion control, industrial networks, ISO 13849/IEC 62061 safety standards, regulated manufacturing experience (medical/pharma), Lean/Six Sigma
Technologies
PLCs, HMIs, Robotics, SCADA, Vision systems, Motion control, Pneumatics, Electrical schematics, Mechanical drawings
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and hands-on support for automated manufacturing equipment, Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex automation issues, Identify and implement improvements to equipment reliability and OEE, Lead automation upgrades from concept to production handover, Develop and modify automation systems per engineering standards, Serve as technical escalation point and mentor engineers/technicians, Manage assigned projects and communicate risks/progress, Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, GMP, and machine safety requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
