Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Support process, equipment, and facility improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and uptime.

Work closely with Operations, Engineering, Reliability, and IT teams.

Lead and mentor maintenance / technical staff on automation and process control issues.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation, controls, and process problems.

Oversee automation / controls projects, including budgets, scheduling, and compliance.

Assess equipment reliability and develop upgrade plans as needed.

Prepare and present capital expenditure proposals.

Support digitalization efforts, including AI / ML, data systems, and Industry 4.0 / 5.0 initiatives.

Provide occasional after-hours support for critical plant issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.

~3+ years in factory automation, controls, or instrumentation.

PLC / HMI programming experience (Siemens preferred).

Strong problem-solving and project management skills.

Effective communication and ability to collaborate across teams.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Industry 4.0 / 5.0 technologies.

Background in rolling, steel, or aluminum manufacturing.

Salary info : $55.29 - $57.69 / hr