Senior Automation & PLC Engineer - Robotics & Vision

Autoliv; Jelcz-Laskowice; On-site; PLN 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoliv seeks an Automation and PLC Senior Engineer to lead programming and optimization of automation on production lines. You will develop new robot programs, modify existing ones, and work on vision systems to ensure safety, quality, and high production efficiency.

The role involves cross‑functional RCA, implementing corrective actions, and supporting new product launches. Automotive environment experience is preferred, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of programming industrial robots (Staubli, ABB, Fanuc).
• Strong troubleshooting skills for robotic systems and automation equipment.
• Experience with Siemens S7-300 and S7-1500 PLCs.
• Proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal.
• Very good Cognex vision systems knowledge.
• Understanding of PROFINET/EtherNet/IP networks and machine safety.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial automation; automotive experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Program industrial robots (Staubli, ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Omron) and Siemens PLC controllers.
• Develop new robotic applications and programs from scratch.
• Modify and optimize existing robot programs for performance and reliability.
• Analyze downtime and quality issues; implement corrective actions.
• Participate in cross-functional RCA to resolve production issues.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions for automation systems.
• Optimize robot cycle times to improve efficiency.
• Program and configure vision systems (Cognex In‑Sight, Vision Suite).
• Collaborate on new machinery and production line implementations.
• Provide technical support to Maintenance and Production teams.
• Create and update technical documentation.
• Support launches of new products and processes.

Skills

Robot programming

Siemens S7 PLC

TIA Portal

Cognex vision

Industrial automation

Root Cause Analysis

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

English B1/B2

Production optimization

Tools

Staubli

ABB

Fanuc

Mitsubishi

Omron

Siemens PLC

Job description

Autoliv seeks an Automation and PLC Senior Engineer to lead programming and optimization of automation on production lines. You will develop new robot programs, modify existing ones, and work on vision systems to ensure safety, quality, and high production efficiency.

The role involves cross‑functional RCA, implementing corrective actions, and supporting new product launches. Automotive environment experience is preferred, with travel as needed.