Automation Mechatronics Engineer

About This Role

This role will support automated manufacturing equipment, focusing on troubleshooting, development, and installation. The engineer will ensure efficient and functional automation systems for the company's production lines.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, develop, fabricate, program, install, and document automated manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Support systems including PLCs, controls, industrial robots, cobots, smart tools, and run-up tables.
• Specify, design, integrate, program, install, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment for fabrication, weld, paint, assembly, and testing.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain documentation and software for equipment, including schematics and operating instructions.
• Collaborate with other sites to evaluate existing equipment for upgrades in data acquisition, automation, and efficiency.
• Maintain development project budgets and inventory.
• Consult or assist in modifying existing equipment to optimize performance or integrate new features.
• Develop or assist in developing capital requests for projects.
• Manage system development, optimization, and support projects, providing regular status reports.
• Supervise and mentor Mechatronics Technicians.
• Provide formal and informal technical training to production associates, site mechatronics technicians, and other staff.
• Support manufacturing lines by providing technical troubleshooting of automated equipment, including PLCs and control systems.
• Stay informed of new industrial technology and report on its potential utilization within the plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
• 2-4 years of experience in automated systems development and integration
• Working knowledge of automated electrical systems (electrical wiring, control circuits, programming, troubleshooting)
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems (AC standard and servo motor drives, PLC integration, electromechanical control circuits with pneumatic and hydraulic components)
• Knowledge of automation, electrical, and safety compliance codes
• Flexible hours to cover off-hours support
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Independent, self-motivated, and open to technical mentoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Electromechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• 2-4 years of experience in automated systems development and integration for Engineer II, 5+ years for Engineer III

Nice to Have

• Experience in Ladder-Logic programming
• Experience with AB PLCs and Rockwell systems software
• Experience with UL, Fanuc, Kuka programming
• Experience with computer drafting software such as AutoCAD, Creo, or Windchill

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits