Manufacturing Automation Engineer

As a Manufacturing Automation Engineer, you will lead efforts to design, implement, and optimize automated systems that improve productivity, reduce costs, and maintain high standards of quality and safety. You'll collaborate across teams to streamline workflows, solve technical challenges, and drive innovation using your expertise in robotics, programming, and control systems.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage line setups, layouts, and tooling
• Specify lot sizes, pack codes, and packaging
• Conduct time studies and balance build sequences
• Support quality assembly with fixtures, tools, lifting devices, and testing equipment
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and machine vision systems
• Design and implement automation solutions aligned with project goals
• Upgrade systems to improve quality and productivity
• Control scope, schedule, budget, and quality
• Create CAD drawings (SolidWorks/AutoCAD)
• Develop cost estimates and ROI analyses
• Execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Participate in design reviews and root-cause investigations
• Identify process improvement opportunities
• Provide technical support and operator training
• Maintain documentation and perform preventive maintenance
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance
• Act as SME and communicate across teams and with suppliers
• Report findings impacting cost, timeline, or scope
• Support continuous improvement and strategic initiatives
• Maintain routing times and quality control documentation
• Implement corrective actions from audits and complaints
• Participate in planning and engineering meetings
• Support new product launches and production flow
• Spend 50%+ of time on the production floo
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Prior experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing process and procedures
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Strong mathematical, analytical and statistical skills
• Extremely strong written and verbal communication skills
• Individual and team interaction skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently and follow through to completion
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, BPCS)
• Working knowledge of CAD software
• Experience with PLCs, HMI, SCADA systems, and industrial computer networks.
• Proven ability to achieve results

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineer or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Certifications such as CAP (Certified Automation Professional), CCST (Certified Control Systems Technician) or CMfgE (Certified Manufacturing Engineer) preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role, achieving results in a fast-paced, challenging manufacturing experience
• Experience working in a LEAN manufacturing environment and with continuous improvement projects
• Experience with production assembly processes, and manufacturing operating systems
  Knowledge of machine control and machine vision.
• Knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Knowledge of cGMP and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times (occasionally).

• Comprehensive medical, maternity/paternity leave, and wellness programs
• Generous vacation and paid holidays
• $1,500 referral bonuses and educational assistance
• On-site food market and gym reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Rock Hill, SC. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.