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Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Elgin, IL💼 Full-time💰 $65,000–$65,000🗓 2026-09-01 → 2026-09-25

Core

Resolve daily production automation issues, optimize machine performance, and implement corrective actions to drive efficiency and quality in manufacturing lines.

Role type

Manufacturing Automation Engineer (IC)

Builds

Automated production lines and manufacturing processes

Domain

Industrial Manufacturing / Automation

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure

Required skills

PLC logic programming, robotics programming, HMI development, pneumatic systems troubleshooting, electrical systems troubleshooting, vision camera integration, barcode scanner integration, servo axis control, networking and database management, statistical methods (DOE), Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma

Preferred skills

Robotics, AI

Technologies

PLCs, Robotics, HMI, Pneumatics, Electrical systems, Vision cameras, Barcode scanners, Robotics, Servo axis, Networking, Databases

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot process and hardware problems including pneumatics, electrical, PLC logic, vision cameras, barcode scanners, robotics, servo axis, and networking; Perform PLC logic, robotic, and HMI program modifications to support product changes and machine optimization; Analyze machine performance metrics to identify continuous improvement opportunities; Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve complex problems; Plan preventive maintenance; Provide input to cycle time and quality improvement teams; Support product stop-ship meetings to resolve and implement corrective actions.

Seniority

Entry-level (New Grad)

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