Automation and Process Engineer II

EchoStar; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health perks

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Flexible time away

Job summary

EchoStar, in Spartanburg, is seeking an Automation Engineer to design and implement automation solutions for material flow and packaging cells. You will lead installation, integration, and ramp of new equipment while driving productivity, safety, and cost improvements across operations.

The role requires a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering background with 2+ years of experience (5+ preferred) and strong English communication. A fast-paced, team-oriented environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 2+ years industry experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Hands-on experience in automation equipment integration lifecycle.
• Strong communication and English skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and implement automation solutions for material flow and pick/pack/ship operations, focusing on conveyor, sortation, and robotic cells.
• Lead installation, integration, commissioning, debugging, and ramp of new equipment.
• Drive productivity, quality, safety, and cost improvements across processes.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, SOEs, visual aids, and process flow diagrams.
• Estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs for quotes and justifications.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for process, product, and equipment issues.
• Design mechanical components and specify technical requirements of systems.
• Collaborate with vendors to design tools, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Create technical drawings and ensure installation conforms to standards.
• Train production staff on new processes and technologies.
• Communicate with engineering partners and customers.
• Coordinate with facilities for installation, maintenance, and testing.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Present information to leadership and boards as required.

Skills

Automation integration

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team collaboration

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, specify, and implement automation solutions for material flow and pick/pack/ship operations, with a focus on conveyor, sortation, and robotic pick/pack cells
• Lead and support installation, integration, commissioning, debugging, and ramp of new equipment
• Evaluate existing systems and processes and drive opportunities for improvement in productivity, quality, safety, and cost
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, SOEs, visual aids, and process flow diagrams
• Estimate cost of labor, materials, and equipment to prepare the corresponding quotes and justifications
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for process, product, equipment issues
• Responsible for mechanical equipment design – design components, systems, instruments, products, and specify the technical requirements of them
• Work with vendors and manufacturers to design and develop tools, fixtures, and test equipment to implement a cost-effective solution
• Analyze and prepare technical drawings, specifications, and diagrams to ensure the installation and operation of designed equipment conforms to standard and customer requirements
• Train production staff on new or revised processes and technologies
• Communicate and maintain good working relationships with engineering partners and customers
• Work in coordination with facilities personnel in the installation, maintenance, and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Present information to leadership, public groups, and/or boards of directors

Core Skills, Competencies, and Key Experiences (What you’ll bring)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or closely related field required; master’s degree a plus
• 2+ years’ industry experience required; 5+ years’ experience preferred

Skills and Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in automation equipment integration, starting from opportunity evaluation, project justification, design and development, quotation, prototype testing and validation
• Strong knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping)
• Knowledge and experience in design software such as AutoCAD, Solid Works, CATIA, or other 3D CAD modeling
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong English verbal and written skills required
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, ASME, ISO) is a plus

Visa sponsorship not available for this position

Salary Range

Compensation: $80,000.00/Year - $103,400.00/Year

About Our Department

Our Manufacturing teams are the gatekeepers who ensure our groundbreaking products meet the standards of innovation and performance we pride ourselves on. From the engineers who design large-scale production systems and cutting-edge quality assurance tools to the hands-on associates who manage our massive inventory flow, they make up a diverse group of behind-the-scenes team members dedicated to the success of our organization.

About Our Company

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Benefits

We offer meaningful health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan. Review a benefits summary here: EchoStar Benefits. The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies. Compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. This job posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled. We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process. EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

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