Manufacturing Automation Engineer

High Growth + Highly Stable Business + Incredible Leadership & Mentorship

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Chelsea Piekarski

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

A well-established engineering and manufacturing company with a long history of innovation in water technology is expanding its test engineering team. With a focus on high-quality, highly engineered solutions, this company operates across multiple markets and has a strong reputation in the industry. The organization is part of a larger multinational group, providing stability and long-term growth opportunities.

Why join us?

Opportunity to grow in a growing and highly stable business

Stable company with strong industry reputation and career growth potential.

Collaborative, high-impact environment where critical thinking is valued.

Job Details

A leading manufacturer in the water treatment systems industry-backed by one of the world's largest privately held conglomerates-is looking for a hands-on Automation Engineer with deep experience in robotics and injection molding environments. This role is pivotal to the continued automation expansion across multiple product lines.

You'll take ownership of automation cells across the plant floor, provide technical leadership on robotic systems, and support production through preventative maintenance, emergency repair, system upgrades, and integration. Candidates must be fluent in PLC programming and robotic systems including FANUC, Mitsubishi MELFA, and Keyence vision systems.

This isn't just a maintenance role-it's engineering ownership. You'll contribute to project scoping, vendor coordination, installation oversight, and equipment commissioning. You'll also develop documentation and training resources for ongoing support, and mentor maintenance technicians.

This role requires a working understanding of lean manufacturing, automation design, and the dynamics of continuous improvement in a high-output manufacturing setting. Typical candidates have a degree in Engineering or equivalent technical training plus 7-8 years in automation and programming, ideally with a background in injection molding.

What We're Looking For

Experience with robotic automation, PLCs, sensor integration, and vision systems

Background in injection molding environments strongly preferred

Hands-on technical ownership from design to startup

Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and training skills

Knowledge of FANUC, Mitsubishi MELFA, Keyence vision systems required

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Permanent