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Automation Projects Engineer

United States, Salt Lake City Employment contract 97000.00 - 131000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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Automation engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automated systems and solutions to support new manufacturing or operational initiatives across NA plants. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams—including engineering, production, and IT—to identify automation opportunities, define technical requirements, and ensure seamless integration of equipment and controls into new processes or production lines. Key responsibilities include selecting appropriate technologies, programming PLCs or robotics, managing project timelines, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring systems meet safety and quality standards. The engineer also plays a critical role in validating performance, supporting startup activities, and driving continuous improvement from concept to handover. Strong analytical, technical, and project management skills are essential, as well as the ability to adapt to evolving technologies and dynamic project environments.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead automation and controls scope for new equipment, production lines, and manufacturing initiatives
  • Design, program, and deploy PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, VFDs, and industrial networks
  • Define project scope, technical specifications, budgets, timelines, and resource plans
  • Manage multiple automation projects while ensuring delivery against cost, schedule, and performance targets
  • Drive RFQs, vendor selection, and coordination of design reviews, FATs, SATs, installation, and startup
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, IT, Quality, and Maintenance for system integration
  • Support machine connectivity, data acquisition, and integration with MES and IT platforms
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance cycle time, OEE, and cost efficiency
  • All other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Automation Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience as a Controls/Automation Engineer in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong expertise in PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Beckhoff, Omron, Siemens)
  • Experience with industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, and IO-Link
  • Hands-on knowledge of robotics, vision systems, VFDs, and servo motion control
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver against defined timelines and budgets
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and external vendors/integrators
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Willingness to travel up to 60% across US, Mexico, and vendor locations
  • Valid passport, driver's license, and ability to travel on short notice as required

What we offer

  • Annual base salary
  • Bonus target range: 20-30%
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, disability benefits
  • Internal development and professional growth
  • Time off with pay
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs
  • Product discounts
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