Advanced Manufacturing Engineer: Automation & Process Innovation

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutron Electronics is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for our Alburtis, PA facility to help develop innovative, high-quality products that reinforce our leadership in smart lighting systems. You will collaborate with a dynamic team exploring new technologies and automate manufacturing processes throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to production support.

The role emphasizes process control, continuous improvement, and applying mechanical fundamentals to design changes, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or related automation/manufacturing with at least 3.0 GPA.
• 5 years of relevant engineering experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical fundamentals (tolerances, materials, assembly methods).
• Experience with CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, or similar).
• Exposure in automation, mechatronics, or electromechanical systems is a plus.
• You are authorized to work in the U.S. and will not require visa sponsorship.
• Willingness to travel; typically 10%, with flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new equipment and technologies options. Make sound recommendations on the best option to pursue.
• Support manufacturing operations through process control, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Assist in equipment evaluations, capability studies, and reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (quality, automation, maintenance, product engineering).
• Learn, integrate, and support automation technologies, including mechatronics-based systems.
• Apply mechanical engineering fundamentals to component design changes, fixtures, and tooling improvements.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Work closely with manufacturing facilities to understand their needs when implementing new equipment or technology
• Assure a high standard of quality in your own work and in the work of others on your team via good design principles, process improvements, safety, aesthetics, smart testing and review practices.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Mechatronics

Process engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related automation/manufacturing

Tools

Creo/SolidWorks (CAD)

Job description

Lutron Electronics is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for our Alburtis, PA facility to help develop innovative, high-quality products that reinforce our leadership in smart lighting systems. You will collaborate with a dynamic team exploring new technologies and automate manufacturing processes throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to production support.

The role emphasizes process control, continuous improvement, and applying mechanical fundamentals to design changes, with