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Lead Automation / Manufacturing Engineer

Roxboro, North Carolina, USA, 27573Full-time$97k–$143k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorship

Core

Lead Automation/Manufacturing Engineer providing day-to-day support for high-speed assembly and grinding processes, leading troubleshooting, and mentoring machine technicians at a manufacturing plant.

Role type

Senior IC manufacturing/automation engineer

Builds

High-speed assembly and grinding processes for vehicle product lines

Domain

Automotive manufacturing

Required skills

PLC programming, automation engineering, mechanical assembly design, Lean tools, process documentation, quality standards, cost reduction, cross-functional collaboration, training operators/technicians

Preferred skills

AutoCAD, Solidworks, grinding processes/tooling, ERP systems (SAP), Lean Six Sigma, 3D CAD modeling, data analysis for throughput optimization

Technologies

PLC, HMI, AutoCAD, Solidworks, SAP, 3D CAD

Responsibilities

Design and analyze complex mechanical assemblies; PLC programming and automation HMI interfaces; provide technical support to operators and maintenance technicians; drive continuous improvement utilizing lean tools; ensure accurate documentation and quality standards; design/implement product or process changes; drive cost reduction and productivity improvements; provide training on process changes.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC