Automation Engineer (Automotive)

Calvary, KY, US • Posted 20 hours ago • Updated 1 hour ago
Full Time
On-site
USD $95,000.00 - 120,000.00 per year
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Skills

  • Automotive Manufacturing
  • Process Improvement
  • Leadership
  • Innovation
  • FSA
  • Programmable Logic Controller
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Quality Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Allen-Bradley
  • Siemens
  • Robotics
  • HMI
  • SCADA
  • AutoCAD
  • SolidWorks
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Analytical Skill
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem Solving
  • Military
  • SAP BASIS
  • Authorization
  • Law
  • LOS
  • Recruiting
  • Legal
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Privacy

Summary

Opportunity to join a join a financially stable, global manufacturer investing heavily in automation and advanced manufacturing!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Craig Rosecrans
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Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client, a global automotive manufacturing organization, is seeking an Automation Engineer to join its engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly automated manufacturing environment where you'll have ownership over automation initiatives, process improvements, and new equipment integration while collaborating with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams.

If you enjoy solving complex manufacturing challenges and implementing cutting-edge automation technologies that directly impact production efficiency, quality, and safety, we'd love to speak with you.

Why join us?

Join a financially stable, global manufacturer investing heavily in automation and advanced manufacturing.
Work on meaningful automation projects with a high degree of ownership.
Long-term career growth within engineering and manufacturing leadership.
Collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Company paid health plan for employees
  • Very generous PTO
  • Dental and Vision, FSA, HSA
  • Small team, autonomy
  • Many more great perks!


Job Details

What You'll Do

Design, develop, and implement automated manufacturing systems including robotics, PLCs, vision systems, conveyors, and automated production equipment.
Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI/SCADA systems supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.
Integrate new automation technologies into existing production processes.
Optimize equipment performance to improve throughput, quality, uptime, and overall equipment effectiveness.
Lead root cause analysis and develop long-term corrective actions for automation-related issues.
Support preventive maintenance strategies for automated equipment.
Partner with manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead automation projects from concept through implementation while coordinating with vendors and equipment suppliers.
Ensure automation systems comply with industry safety standards and manufacturing best practices.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
3+ years of automation engineering experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive.
Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
Experience with industrial robotics, HMI/SCADA systems, vision systems, and machine controls.
Knowledge of industrial automation, machine safety, and control systems.
Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software is a plus.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is highly preferred.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

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  • Position Id: 738501738
  • Posted 20 hours ago
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