Automation Manager

Responsible for leading automation engineering projects, designing and fabricating automated manufacturing systems, and overseeing equipment integration, programming, and troubleshooting for molding and stamping operations.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial automation, including automation system design.

• Experience with automation design, fabrication, assembly, and integration.

• Experience with molding and stamping manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for mechanical design and automation system development.

• Knowledge of mechanical systems, industrial automation hardware, and software.

• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), programming, and troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication systems.

• Experience with motor drives, vision systems, sensors, and robotic systems.

• Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic control systems.

• Experience with manufacturing presses, auxiliary equipment, and automated production machinery.

• Experience with automation testing equipment and system validation.

• Ability to perform hands-on electrical wiring, programming, equipment assembly, and troubleshooting.

Preferred Skills

• Previous engineering management or automation team leadership experience.

• Experience managing automation equipment design and build projects.

• Experience developing automation solutions for precision stamping and plastic molding applications.

• Knowledge of robotic integration, machine vision, and industrial control systems.

• Experience with automation equipment procurement, vendor selection, and technical quoting.

• Experience developing automated manufacturing systems from initial concept through production implementation.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage daily automation engineering activities, project assignments, and technical team performance.

• Lead the development and expansion of automation engineering capabilities for manufacturing operations.

• Design, develop, and quote new automation systems and equipment.

• Manage automation equipment build projects from initial concept through installation and startup.

• Evaluate new engineering projects to determine automation, sensing, and equipment requirements.

• Develop automation solutions for molding, stamping, presses, and related manufacturing processes.

• Design mechanical assemblies and automation components using SolidWorks.

• Perform hands-on PLC programming, electrical wiring, equipment fabrication, assembly, and integration.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, robotic, and automation control systems.

• Integrate sensors, vision systems, motor drives, PLCs, and robotic equipment into manufacturing operations.

• Research and evaluate new automation technologies, equipment, hardware, software, and components.

• Obtain quotations from automation vendors and equipment suppliers.

• Coordinate equipment procurement, purchasing, and integration activities.

• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and validation of automated manufacturing equipment.

• Support automation equipment modifications, upgrades, and process improvements.

• Establish technical procedures and standards for automation design, fabrication, and maintenance.

• Provide technical training and guidance on automation equipment, programming, and troubleshooting.

• Evaluate automation project schedules, budgets, resource requirements, and technical deliverables.

• Support the development of automation engineering resources and capabilities across multiple manufacturing facilities.

Pay: 130k-160k

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client.

Pay Details: $130,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year

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