Associate Automation Engineer – Robotics & Manufacturing

Chromalloy Gas Turbine LLC; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy Gas Turbine LLC in Windsor, CT is seeking an Associate Automation Engineer to support hands-on automation and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. You will help develop practical solutions to improve safety, reduce manual work, and boost productivity on the shop floor.

The role involves collaborating with Engineering and Maintenance, programming robots, integrating sensors and controls, and ensuring production readiness in an on-site environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Entry-level or early-career engineering experience.
• Hands-on approach with equipment on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Support automation projects involving robotics, CNC equipment, and other manufacturing technologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, ergonomics, process consistency, and productivity through automation.
• Assist with robot programming, equipment setup, testing, troubleshooting, and process improvements.
• Work directly with operators and manufacturing teams to understand process challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Support the integration of automation, sensors, controls, tooling, fixtures, guarding, and other equipment into existing manufacturing processes.
• Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and production readiness.
• Partner with Engineering and Maintenance to troubleshoot automation and equipment issues.
• Support machine safety improvements, including guarding, interlocks, and controls.
• Maintain project documentation, equipment change records, and work instructions.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and integrators as needed.
• Support additional Production Engineering and continuous improvement projects

Skills

Robotics

Electrical controls

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing equipment

Cross-functional collab

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field

Job description

Chromalloy Gas Turbine LLC in Windsor, CT is seeking an Associate Automation Engineer to support hands-on automation and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. You will help develop practical solutions to improve safety, reduce manual work, and boost productivity on the shop floor.

The role involves collaborating with Engineering and Maintenance, programming robots, integrating sensors and controls, and ensuring production readiness in an on-site environment.