Aerospace Automation Engineer (Lean, PLC & Robotics)

Apera; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apera is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to develop automation solutions for aerospace fluid and electro-mechanical hardware. This role involves collaborating with operations to enhance productivity and quality through automation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, along with proficiency in PLC and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing automation (machining or assembly environment).
• Experience with automated systems and robotics is required.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing drawings and processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation solutions across manufacturing operations.
• Identify bottlenecks and drive process improvements.
• Support PLC, robotics, and machine vision integration.

Skills

Manufacturing automation

PLC experience

Robotics

Machine vision

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Job description

Apera is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to develop automation solutions for aerospace fluid and electro-mechanical hardware. This role involves collaborating with operations to enhance productivity and quality through automation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, along with proficiency in PLC and CAD tools.