Automation Engineer
Core
Design, install, and maintain automation equipment, tooling, and applications for manufacturing sites.
Role type
Automation Engineer
Builds
Automation equipment, tooling, and assembly cells
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Required skills
PLC programming, robotics programming, equipment measurement inspection, electronic design for automation, project management, supplier management, budgeting, new product development automation support
Preferred skills
Strategic relationship building with clients and vendors
Technologies
OMRON, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Keyence
Responsibilities
Define, develop, and deploy automation; design equipment layout for efficiency and safety; prepare RFQs and evaluate supplier quotations; develop project budgets and schedules; conduct equipment design reviews; supervise installation and testing; draft qualification protocols; implement cost-effective automation solutions; interface with customers on product development issues; prepare operation documentation