Automation Engineer

faurecia S.A.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities within FORVIA University

Multicultural environment

Focus on sustainability

Job summary

faurecia S.A. in Auburn Hills, Michigan is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop and implement automation cells and support tooling, programming, and troubleshooting efforts. Candidates should have 3-5 years in automation, a degree in engineering, and strong communication skills.

This role emphasizes continuous improvement and offers training opportunities within a multicultural environment. Interested applicants should be proficient in English and have a mindset oriented towards sustainability and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in automation in a manufacturing engineering or design environment.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Good technical skills on product and process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation cells following project specifications.
• Support mechanical tooling, robot programming, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Lead preventive maintenance and develop training for technicians.
• Minimize equipment downtime and execute continuous improvement actions.

Skills

Automation experience in manufacturing engineering

Robot programming

Mechanical knowledge of tooling

Electrical schematic proficiency

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Robot programming (Fanuc, ABB, UR)

Camera verification software (Cognex, Keyence, Sick)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers to help develop automation cells being implemented into saline, verifying suppliers are following Mechanical, Robotic & Electric standards
• Work on the shop floor for programs supporting Mechanical tooling, Robot programming, Electrical troubleshooting, Cycle time improvements, and Machine debugging
• Work with the maintenance department to develop Preventive Maintenance for automation cells, and lead technicians to perform these tasks
• Lead minor automation upgrades to serial programs with a focus on reducing non–ergonomic operations and MOD
• Interface with the Automation team in FIS BG, sharing best practices, aligning deployments of new systems
• Autonomously carry out follow‑up of the technical files, design studies, startup testing and maintenance readiness of automatic functions integrated by suppliers in production equipment
• Pro‑active acquisition, development, and sharing of technical competencies; coach and lead process technicians
• Minimize equipment downtime and perform continuous improvement actions to improve TRS on the overall production system
• Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company

Your Profile & Competencies

• 3‑5 years of experience in automation in a manufacturing engineering department or automation design or robot programming
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred
• Good technical skills on product and process
• Strong communication skills
• International mindset
• Proficient level of English required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong mechanical knowledge of tooling (EOAT, Sonics, Bowl feeders, Slides, Sensors, etc.)
• Electrical schematic proficiency
• Robot programming (Fanuc, ABB, UR)
• Camera verification software (Cognex, Keyence, Sick, etc.)
• Ability to coach and share personal knowledge to others

*This position is not eligible now or in the future for Visa sponsorship*

Benefits

• Training opportunities within FORVIA University (average >22 hours of online and in‑person training)
• Multicultural environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Focus on sustainability and CO2 Net Zero initiatives