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Senior Automation Engineer

USA💼 Full-time💰 $69,000–$109,000🗓 2026-09-18 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design, plan, source, and implement automation solutions including robotics, conveyors, sorters, scanners, vision systems, and PLCs to improve operational efficiency and drive ROI.

Role type

Senior IC automation engineer (logistics/material handling)

Builds

Automation systems for high-volume operations and distribution

Domain

Logistics and supply chain

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

PLC programming, electrical controls for motors/VFDs, 3D modeling/drawing, AutoCAD, simulation software, root cause analysis, project management, statistical analysis (Six Sigma/Mini Tab), system design specifications

Preferred skills

Robotics/Automation engineering focus, experience with high-density automated storage and retrieval systems, carousels, robotic systems, travel availability

Technologies

3D Flow, Support Robotics, C++, Excel, LESS, PLC

Responsibilities

Design and implement automation solutions; conduct root cause analyses of labor and process inefficiencies; develop design and equipment specifications; create layouts and power requirements; define staffing and maintenance support requirements; identify changes to existing functionality and test IT solutions; specify packing methods and labeling requirements; develop processes for human-interface functionality with automation equipment

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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