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Senior Automation Engineer - Industrial Automation & Manufacturing Entegee - 3.7 Fairfield, NJ Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $140,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Industrial equipment design PLC-based control system operation Systems integration Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Electro-mechanical components Engineering development testing Mechanical fabrication Technical documentation Electrical industrial machinery implementation Engineering Mechanical system commissioning projects Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Assembly wiring Industrial equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing facility experience Mechanical drawings Attention to detail Troubleshooting electrical systems System testing Machining repair techniques Design engineering Wiring and circuitry work Collaboration with manufacturing teams Electrical control system maintenance Electrical maintenance Milling machines Operational excellence initiatives Technical troubleshooting support Commissioning phase involvement Design of mechanical systems Full Job Description Senior Automation Engineer - Industrial Automation & Manufacturing We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to design, build, integrate, troubleshoot, and optimize automated manufacturing equipment and industrial control systems. This hands-on engineering role is ideal for a skilled professional with expertise in industrial automation, PLC programming, electrical controls, mechanical assembly, machine design, and equipment troubleshooting . Benefits paid 100% by employer Key Responsibilities

Industrial Automation & Equipment Design:

Design, build, fabricate, install, and improve automated manufacturing equipment, industrial control systems, and electromechanical machinery.

PLC Programming & Controls:

Program, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, actuators, and automated control systems.

Electrical & Mechanical Assembly:

Perform electrical wiring, panel and component installation, mechanical assembly, machine alignment, equipment integration, and system commissioning.

Automation Troubleshooting & Repair:

Diagnose and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, and controls-related problems affecting production machinery.

Equipment Testing & Debugging:

Test, debug, validate, and optimize automated equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.

Machine Fabrication & Tooling:

Machine and fabricate components, brackets, fixtures, and other custom parts using shop equipment as needed.

Technical Documentation:

Develop and maintain electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, equipment documentation, wiring diagrams, and standard operating procedures.

Production Support:

Provide hands-on technical support for manufacturing equipment, minimize downtime, and identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and reliability.

Training & Knowledge Transfer:

Train production operators and maintenance personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting procedures, and best practices.

Continuous Improvement:

Identify and implement automation improvements that enhance productivity, equipment uptime, process consistency, and manufacturing efficiency. Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Significant hands-on experience in industrial automation, manufacturing engineering, machine design, or automated equipment development.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical systems.
• Experience with PLC programming, industrial controls, and automation troubleshooting.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical engineering drawings.
• Practical experience with machine assembly, electrical wiring, mechanical alignment, system integration, testing, and debugging.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment failures and production machinery issues.
• Familiarity with electrical test instruments, measurement equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work hands-on in a manufacturing and shop-floor environment.
• Experience in plastic injection molding, metal stamping, or high-volume manufacturing environments .
• Background in automated machinery design, equipment fabrication, and industrial automation integration.
• Experience with machine controls, industrial sensors, actuators, and automated production systems.
• Hands-on machining experience using mills, lathes, and other machine shop equipment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to work independently on complex engineering projects while collaborating with production, maintenance, and manufacturing teams.

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Pay:

$90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person