Aerospace Automation Engineer - Robotics & CNC

Smiths Group

Elmwood Park (NJ)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

STS Aerospace, a leading aerospace manufacturer and engineering company, is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead automation projects in a high-mix, precision machining environment. You will drive initiatives to increase machine utilization, reduce labor dependency, improve quality, and support lights-out machining.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in CNC machine automation, robotics, controls integration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
3-5+ years of automation engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proven success implementing robotic machine tending and manufacturing automation projects.
CAD software experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar).
CNC machine operation and machining process knowledge.

Responsibilities

Lead automation projects from concept through implementation and sustainment.
Identify and execute automation opportunities that increase machining capacity and reduce manufacturing costs.
Develop automation roadmaps for CNC lathes, mills, secondary operations, and material handling processes.
Create project timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and capital expenditure requests.
Design and implement robotic machine tending systems for CNC equipment.
Program and troubleshoot industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, Universal Robots, KUKA, or similar).
Develop automated loading and unloading solutions for machining cells.
Integrate automated conveyors, part handling systems, and palletization solutions.
Optimize cycle times and maximize spindle utilization.
Analyze manufacturing processes to identify automation opportunities and eliminate non-value-added activities.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for automation-related issues.
Provide technical support for existing automated systems.
Develop preventive maintenance strategies for automation equipment.
Troubleshoot robotic, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues.
Ensure automation systems meet OSHA, ANSI, and company safety standards.