AME Factory Automation Engineer

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing automation technologies, robotics, controls systems, vision systems, and industrial networking.

• Experience developing automation strategies, technology roadmaps, and manufacturing modernization initiatives.

• Proven ability to identify, evaluate, and implement automation solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and labor efficiency.

• Expertise in automation business case development, capital justification, and return-on-investment analysis.

• Knowledge of automated material handling systems, AGVs/AMRs, conveyor systems, and warehouse automation technologies.

• Experience with manufacturing controls architectures, PLC platforms, HMI systems, SCADA systems, and factory connectivity solutions.

• Understanding of Industry 4.0 principles, connected factory technologies, IIoT platforms, and digital manufacturing systems.

• Experience leading automation equipment selection, supplier evaluation, and system integration activities.

• Knowledge of manufacturing system validation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and startup support processes.

• Ability to define automation requirements for machining, assembly, brazing, testing, packaging, and material movement operations.

• Experience standardizing automation technologies, deployment methodologies, and technical governance processes.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, Facilities, Information Technology, and Supply Chain teams.

• Proficient in project management and execution of complex capital and technology deployment projects.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including interaction with suppliers, plant leadership, and executive teams.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred.

• Minimum of 8-12+ years of experience in industrial automation, advanced manufacturing engineering, controls engineering, robotics, manufacturing technology deployment, or related disciplines.

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing automation solutions within manufacturing environments.

• Experience leading automation equipment selection, controls integration, factory commissioning, and production startup activities.

• Strong knowledge of industrial robotics, machine vision systems, motion control systems, safety systems, PLC programming platforms, and industrial communications networks.

• Experience with Industry 4.0, connected factory initiatives, manufacturing data systems, MES integration, and digital manufacturing technologies.

• Proficiency with automation system architecture, controls design review, electrical schematics, and automation project lifecycle management.

• Experience developing automation business cases, capital project justifications, and technology investment roadmaps.

• Knowledge of automated material handling systems, AGVs/AMRs, warehouse automation, and factory logistics technologies preferred.

• Experience working with automation integrators, OEM suppliers, and cross-functional manufacturing teams on complex capital projects.

• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, PMP, Certified Automation Professional (CAP), or equivalent professional certifications preferred.

• Demonstrated success deploying scalable manufacturing technologies that improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.