Automation Engineer

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Automation Engineer
Full-Time Role
Appleton, WI (On-Site)

Benefits You’ll Love:

• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account options
• Life insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Employee referral program rewards
• Additional benefits to support your well-being

Become a key player as an Automation Engineer:
We are looking for an Automation Engineer to take a leading role in designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge automation solutions. This position is responsible for overseeing capital equipment projects from concept through commissioning, working alongside a talented team to deliver high-performance web handling and film converting machinery. If you thrive in an innovative, hands-on environment and enjoy solving complex automation challenges, this is the role for you.

Here’s how you’ll make an impact on the team:

• Develop and implement control systems using Rockwell and/or Beckhoff PLCs, ensuring optimal automation performance
• Design electrical schematics and diagrams with Solidworks Electrical and AutoCAD
• Configure and program Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems, including PanelView and/or Optix, to enhance operational usability
• Integrate and optimize robotics controls for Fanuc and Yamaha robots within automated systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve automation processes for product handling, case packing, cartoning, palletizing, and inspection systems
• Troubleshoot, debug, and refine control systems to enhance efficiency and minimize downtime
• Provide technical expertise to operations and maintenance teams, ensuring smooth automation functionality
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for electrical and control systems to meet compliance standards
• Travel as needed for installations, system commissioning, and customer support

Here’s what you’ll need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field
• 5+ years in automation engineering with a proven ability to develop and integrate control systems
• Proficiency in Rockwell and/or Beckhoff PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with robotics integration, particularly Fanuc and Yamaha systems
• Strong knowledge of automation in product handling, case packing, palletizing, and custom machine building
• Expertise in Solidworks Electrical and AutoCAD for electrical design
• Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for installations and customer support

Pay Range:
$120,000 - $130,000 annually

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