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Automation Engineer (2nd shift - manufacturing experience required)

Wichita, KS, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-18 → 2026-09-25

Core

Design, develop, and implement automated systems and processes to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity in manufacturing operations.

Role type

Automation Engineer (Manufacturing)

Builds

Automated systems, control systems, and robotics solutions for manufacturing floors

Domain

Manufacturing / Industrial Automation

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

PLC programming, control systems design, robotics integration, industrial communication protocols, electrical troubleshooting, mechanical troubleshooting, technical drawing interpretation

Preferred skills

Robotics programming (Fanuc, Yaskawa), Industry 4.0 technologies, IoT, data analytics, vision systems, machine learning applications, Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, CAD modeling

Technologies

Allen-Bradley, Siemens, SCADA, DCS, HMI, CAD, Solid Works, Creo

Responsibilities

Design and implement automated systems, program and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs, develop and maintain control systems, support commissioning and testing, troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime, analyze system performance data, document automation processes

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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