Manufacturing Automation & Controls Engineer
Core
Support manufacturing performance through continuous improvement, automation optimization, reliability initiatives, and project execution to improve equipment uptime, quality, safety, and productivity.
Role type
Manufacturing Automation & Controls Engineer
Builds
Automated manufacturing systems, capital improvement projects, and process optimization solutions
Domain
Medical device manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC troubleshooting, root cause analysis, Lean Manufacturing principles, equipment reliability management, process optimization, technical documentation, vendor coordination, FAT/SAT/IQ/OQ/PQ validation support
Preferred skills
Allen-Bradley PLC platform experience, VFD and servo motion systems experience, Robotics experience (FANUC), Vision system experience (Cognex), Electrical and mechanical systems understanding, ability to read electrical schematics
Technologies
Allen-Bradley, PLC, HMI, VFD, FANUC, Cognex
Responsibilities
Lead and support Continuous Improvement (CIP) initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles; Analyze equipment performance data and identify opportunities to improve uptime, throughput, and product quality; Conduct root cause investigations into recurring equipment failures and production losses; Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, VFD, vision, and industrial networking systems; Support upgrades and modernization projects for existing manufacturing equipment; Develop technical documentation, project plans, and engineering reports
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC