Automation Engineer

Mergon Group; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative manufacturing atmosphere

Exposure to advanced automation and机器人

Job summary

Mergon Group in Anderson, SC is seeking a hands-on Automation Engineer to support and optimize automated manufacturing systems. You will program, troubleshoot, and improve robotics, PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and controls to boost safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.

The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical problems, collaborating with production teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field required.
• 5+ years in industrial automation in manufacturing.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.
• Strong knowledge of controls, electrical systems, and automation tech.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical docs.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC, HMI, and robotic automation systems.
• Support automated production equipment to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Diagnose and resolve controls, electrical, and automation issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support new equipment installations, commissioning, and production launches.
• Develop and maintain automation documentation, schematics, and standards.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to improve plant performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robotics

Electrical schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

ABB robots

Omron PLCs/HMIs

Keyence vision systems

Job description

Automation Engineer

Location: Anderson, SC
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Automation Supervisor

Join Our Team

We are seeking a hands-on Automation Engineer to support and improve automated manufacturing systems in a fast-paced production environment. This role is responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing robotics, PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and manufacturing controls to improve safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.

The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical problems, working closely with production teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC, HMI, and robotic automation systems.
• Support automated production equipment to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Diagnose and resolve controls, electrical, and automation-related issues.
• Lead root cause analysis activities and implement corrective actions.
• Support new equipment installations, commissioning, and production launches.
• Develop and maintain automation documentation, schematics, and standards.
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to improve plant performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience with industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial controls, electrical systems, and automation technologies.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ABB robots.
• Experience with Omron PLCs and HMIs.
• Experience with Keyence vision systems.
• Plastics, blow molding, injection molding, or high-volume manufacturing experience.
• Experience with manufacturing data systems, continuous improvement, and equipment commissioning.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Collaborative manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work with advanced automation and robotics technologies