Automation Engineer
This Automation Engineer will be responsible for:
- Leading automation and capital equipment projects from concept through implementation
- Programming and troubleshooting PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
- Integrating and optimizing robotic systems across production operations
- Designing EOAT, fixtures, tooling, and automation solutions using CAD software
- Conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, efficiency, and quality
A Successful Automation Engineer will have:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field
- 5+ years of automation, robotics, controls, or manufacturing engineering experience
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting expertise
- Experience integrating and programming industrial robotics
- EOAT and fixture design experience
- Knowledge of vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and motion controls
- CAD proficiency, preferably SolidWorks
- Experience leading automation or capital equipment projects
What's on Offer:
- Employee-owned company with long-term growth opportunities
- High visibility technical leadership role
- Exposure to advanced automation and Industry 4.0 technologies
- Opportunity to mentor and develop junior engineers
- Collaborative culture with cross-functional project ownership
- Stable manufacturing environment serving diverse industries
Contact Ashley Santos Quote job ref JN-092026-7112834
Job summary:
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Waterbury
Contract Type: Permanent