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Lear Corporation
Controls & Automation Engineer Specialist II
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A Manufacturing Automation Engineer designs, programs and improves automated machinery and processes within a manufacturing environment. Are responsible for the design specifications, documentation and troubleshooting of the equipment. Often work within vehicle manufacturing and food processing plants, where robots or machines are used to perform specific functions.
$96,903 / year median in Indiana
+8% projected growth
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Job Description The Automation Engineer must monitor and evaluate the performance and reliability of automated systems, making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal operation. As a member of the Engineering team, the Automation Engineer will also be responsible for automation of production lines and integration of test equipment and to own and close corrective actions related to our automated systems. The Automation Engineer is part of the Engineering department and reports to the Engineering Manager.
Responsibilities Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen Bradley PLCs, robots, and automated equipment. Support automation projects, process improvements, and equipment optimization. Conduct feasibility studies and implement efficiency improvements. Maintain SOPs, work instructions, maintenance records, drawings, and manuals. Manage tooling, spare parts, and preventive maintenance activities. Train employees on automated systems and support equipment launches. Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, ISO 14001, and
Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or related Science Engineering. Experience Requirements Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen Bradley PLCs, robots, and automated equipment. Identify and implement automation improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime. Conduct feasibility studies and support automation project implementation. Optimize manufacturing processes and automated systems. Create and maintain work instructions, process flows, and SOPs. Train employees on automated systems and equipment. Manage tools, equipment, spare parts, and maintenance supplies. Maintain equipment records, drawings, manuals, and preventive maintenance schedules. Support equipment launches, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams. Ensure compliance with
Job Description The Automation Engineer must monitor and evaluate the performance and reliability of automated systems, making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal operation. As a member of the Engineering team, the Automation Engineer will also be responsible for automation of production lines and integration of test equipment and to own and close corrective actions related to our automated systems. The Automation Engineer is part of the Engineering department and reports to the Engineering Manager.
Responsibilities Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen Bradley PLCs, robots, and automated equipment. Support automation projects, process improvements, and equipment optimization. Conduct feasibility studies and implement efficiency improvements. Maintain SOPs, work instructions, maintenance records, drawings, and manuals. Manage tooling, spare parts, and preventive maintenance activities. Train employees on automated systems and support equipment launches. Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, ISO 14001, and
IATF 16949
requirements. Perform other duties as assigned.Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or related Science Engineering. Experience Requirements Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen Bradley PLCs, robots, and automated equipment. Identify and implement automation improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime. Conduct feasibility studies and support automation project implementation. Optimize manufacturing processes and automated systems. Create and maintain work instructions, process flows, and SOPs. Train employees on automated systems and equipment. Manage tools, equipment, spare parts, and maintenance supplies. Maintain equipment records, drawings, manuals, and preventive maintenance schedules. Support equipment launches, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams. Ensure compliance with