Automation & Controls Engineer — Advanced Manufacturing

GE HealthCare; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GE HealthCare in Milwaukee, WI seeks an Automation Engineer to support X-Ray Tube automation. You will design and implement automated equipment, program PLCs/HMIs, and ensure safety and quality across production lines.

The role covers robotics integration, controls architecture, commissioning, and continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma tools. Travel up to 5–20% may be required, and collaboration with global teams is expected.

Qualifications

• BS/MS Electrical Engineering or equivalent with controls focus; or technical degree plus 6+ years automation experience.
• Experience owning production processes and improving yield, quality and capacity.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, commission and validate automation systems and fixtures.
• Integrate robotics and vision into new and existing equipment.
• Program PLCs and HMIs; load programs and verify operation.
• Lead or support Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to reduce costs.

Skills

Controls engineering

Robotics integration

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical design

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Troubleshooting

Equipment commissioning

Process improvement

Education

BS/MS Electrical Engineering (+ controls focus)

Tools

GE Proficy

Allen Bradley ControlLogix

Siemens TIA Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

GE HealthCare in Milwaukee, WI seeks an Automation Engineer to support X-Ray Tube automation. You will design and implement automated equipment, program PLCs/HMIs, and ensure safety and quality across production lines.

The role covers robotics integration, controls architecture, commissioning, and continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma tools. Travel up to 5–20% may be required, and collaboration with global teams is expected.