Senior Automation Engineer — Drive High-Impact Production

Knowles; Lapu-Lapu; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles in the Philippines seeks a Sr. Automation Engineer to lead automation initiatives that boost productivity, support new product introductions, and ensure reliable automated manufacturing equipment in a high-volume environment.

You will design, develop, and maintain automation hardware and software, collaborate across Engineering, QA, Tooling, Purchasing and Production, and drive NPI, preventive maintenance, and equipment upgrades.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics/Communications Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in electronics, automation, or high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong background in automation design, development, maintenance, and troubleshooting for hardware and software systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation solutions that drive productivity improvements.
• Design, develop, and maintain automation equipment, including hardware and software components.
• Support process improvement projects and equipment development activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, QA, Tooling, Purchasing, and Production teams to ensure project success.
• Support NPI activities, machine setup, pilot runs, and equipment buy-off.
• Troubleshoot, install, maintain, and upgrade production equipment and facilities.
• Manage preventive maintenance and spare parts for automation equipment.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Teamwork

Self-driven

Minimal supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC applications

Motion control

LabVIEW

Cadence

Perforce

Job description

Knowles in the Philippines seeks a Sr. Automation Engineer to lead automation initiatives that boost productivity, support new product introductions, and ensure reliable automated manufacturing equipment in a high-volume environment.

You will design, develop, and maintain automation hardware and software, collaborate across Engineering, QA, Tooling, Purchasing and Production, and drive NPI, preventive maintenance, and equipment upgrades.