Automation Specialist
Core
Own automation system performance and optimize automated cells to improve cycle time, throughput, quality, and equipment uptime.
Role type
Automation Specialist (Industrial Robotics & PLC)
Builds
Automated manufacturing cells and production lines
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
PLC programming, HMI development, robot path optimization, motion control, vision system configuration, root-cause analysis, offline programming, risk assessment, technical documentation
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
PLC, HMI, robot, vision systems, servo systems, networked industrial devices
Responsibilities
Develop, modify, test, and troubleshoot automation programs; Optimize robot paths and process sequencing; Configure and maintain vision systems and sensors; Perform offline programming and system validation; Train sustainment personnel and manage handoffs; Track performance against cycle-time and uptime targets
Seniority
Individual Contributor