Factory Automation Engineer

Allie - AI for Manufacturing; Bogotá ciudad; Presencial; COP 36.000.000 - 60.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Allie, an innovator in AI for manufacturing, seeks an Automation Technical Engineer to design, develop and implement automation solutions on production lines. You will work with PLCs, control systems and hardware installations, ensuring robust integration with MES/ERP environments.

Responsibilities include managing electrical installations, configuring networks, improving OEE and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable automation across sites.

Formación

• 2–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
• Proficient in Rockwell and Siemens PLCs.
• Experience with electrical installations and networking.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee electrical installations and network setups for automation.
• Implement production line optimization and OEE improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.
• Configure and manage automation systems per best practices.
• Instrument machines for data collection and reporting.
• Ensure effective integration across manufacturing systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, and provide user training.
• Document configurations and changes for future reference.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

Electrical installations

Control systems

System integration

Troubleshooting

Network configurations

Willingness to travel

Educación

Mechatronics Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

We build AI agents for manufacturing.Allie integrates intelligence into factory operations: learning from machines, sensors and systems to detect problems, recommend actions and coordinate responses in real time.Our platform connects to PLCs, MES and ERPs through secure edge gateways. It transforms raw data into operational decisions that improve availability, quality and throughput.We work with large manufacturing groups in the food, beverage and CPG industries deploying AI agents that embed into production lines and scale across sites.Allie is built to act, not just report. From real-time monitoring to autonomous control, we help your factory think and self-optimize.

Job Description

In our innovative environment of Technology and Manufacturing, we are looking for a skilled and motivated Automation Technical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the conceptualization, development, and implementation of automation solutions, demonstrating expertise in PLC, Control systems, and hardware installations in production lines in the manufacturing industry.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical installations in alignment with project requirements. Configure and manage network installations to support automation systems.
• Implement strategies defined by the Solution Architect for production line optimization and Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute technical resolutions and enhancements for manufacturing processes.
• Configure and manage automation systems, ensuring they align with established best practices and industry standards.
• Instrument machines according to defined best practices, optimizing data collection for analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with the Solution Architect to ensure effective integration and communication across manufacturing systems.
• Conduct regular system testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users, ensuring proper utilization of implemented solutions.
• Document all implemented solutions, configurations, and changes for future reference and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of experience in the manufacturing industry
• Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in Rockwell and Siemens PLCs.
• Proficiency in electrical installations, and network configurations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Proven experience in implementing manufacturing solutions and automation systems.
• Knowledge of PLC communication protocols Simiens, Rockwell and Beckoff .
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective teamwork.
• Flexibility and availability for travel to client sites as needed for project implementation and support.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in system configurations and documentation.