Automation Engineer

DeKalb Health; Baraboo (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Flambeau, Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced automation across our manufacturing processes. You’ll work on robotics, fixtures, and CAD tooling to enhance production efficiency and quality.

The role requires 2–4 years in plastics processing/manufacturing, knowledge of robotics and programming (Fanuc preferred), and strong communication and teamwork abilities. Travel up to 20% is required, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of robotics and programming, with Fanuc preferred.
• 2–4 years of plastics processing/manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with fixture design/build and ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Program Fanuc robotics (manual and offline programming).
• Train technicians on robotics fundamentals.
• Manage projects with timelines, flow charts, and team coordination.
• Research and develop new technologies to improve production.
• Create CAD-generated fixtures and end-of-arm tooling designs as needed.
• Produce dimensional part drawings as required.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and external partners.
• Support costing for new automation equipment.
• Travel to customer/vendor locations and other Flambeau facilities up to 20%.
• Stay current on new tooling, machinery, materials, and processing innovations.

Skills

Robotics

Programming

Fixture design

SolidWorks

Ladder Logic

MS Office

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

• Job Category Engineering
• Employee Type Full Time Regular
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 20%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

We’re looking for an innovative and motivated Automation Engineer to help drive automation solutions across our organization. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement advanced automation that supports and enhances our manufacturing processes. If you’re passionate about robotics, automation technology, and continuous improvement, we’d love to meet you.

Why Flambeau?

You’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement—plus enjoy opportunities for professional growth.

What You’ll Do:

• Program Fanuc robotics (manual and offline programming)
• Train technicians on robotics fundamentals
• Manage projects—develop timelines, create flow charts, and coordinate team communication
• Research and develop new technologies to improve production
• Create CAD generated detailed fixture and end of arm tooling design models as required
• Create dimensional part drawings as needed
• Collaborate with Project Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and external partners
• Support costing for new automation equipment
• Travel to customer/vendor locations and other Flambeau facilities (up to 20%)
• Stay current on new tooling, machinery, materials, and processing innovations
• Perform other duties as assigned

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Requirements

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of robotics and programming (Fanuc preferred)
• 2–4 years of plastics processing/manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills and teamwork ability
• Experience with fixture design/build
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, and Ladder Logic
• Willingness to learn and grow through ongoing training

Physical & Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based with occasional production floor work
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally
• Standard 40-hour workweek with additional hours as needed

Summary

Flambeau offers a competitive wage plus medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, 401(k) with company match, life, and more!

All offers of employment by Flambeau are contingent on completion of a drug test within 2 business days of your offer acceptance and a background check with results in compliance with company policy.

Flambeau, Inc. is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

Upon hire, Flambeau uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility for roles based in the United States.