Automation Engineer

Morales Professional, a morales group company; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Morales Professional is seeking an Automation Engineer to join the Bluffton, Indiana manufacturing team. This hands-on role involves designing, implementing, and troubleshooting automation systems to improve production processes.

You will work with experienced engineers on equipment, robotics, PLC controls, and mechanical design to drive automation initiatives on the shop floor. The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering degree and 2+ years of manufacturing automation experience, with

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• Minimum 2+ years of engineering experience supporting manufacturing operations or automation projects.
• Hands-on in a manufacturing environment with equipment installation, troubleshooting, and startup activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and support automation systems integrating mechanical components, PLC controls, sensors, robotics, conveyors, and pneumatic systems.
• Design tooling, fixtures, work-holding devices, machine improvements, and automated equipment using 3D CAD software.
• Support automation projects from concept to installation, commissioning, validation, and production support.
• Evaluate automation opportunities with technical studies, cost analyses, and ROI calculations.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and conduct root-cause investigations of mechanical and automation systems.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Safety teams to implement process improvements.

Skills

2+ years experience

Troubleshooting

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

PLC/SCADA knowledge

Job description

Our client is a global provider of industrial electrical technologies and has been an established leader in the manufacturing industry for more than six decades. The company operates on a global scale and continually invests in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, advanced production processes, and innovative industrial solutions. Its diverse product portfolio includes electric motors, drives, controls, panels, transformers, generators, and other custom industrial solutions.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an Automation Engineer to join their manufacturing team in Bluffton, Indiana. This is a hands-on engineering opportunity for someone who enjoys designing equipment, solving technical problems, improving manufacturing processes, and bringing automation solutions to life. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and manufacturing professionals to design, implement, troubleshoot, and continuously improve the equipment and automation systems used throughout the production environment. If you're an engineer who enjoys working with automation, robotics, controls, mechanical design, and production equipment—and seeing your work make a real impact on the shop floor,we'd like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Design and support automation systems integrating mechanical components, PLC controls, sensors, robotics, conveyors, and pneumatic systems.
• Design tooling, fixtures, work-holding devices, machine improvements, and automated equipment using 3D CAD software.
• Support automation and equipment projects from concept development through installation, commissioning, validation, and production support.
• Evaluate opportunities for automation by conducting technical studies, equipment comparisons, cost analyses, and ROI calculations.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and participate in root-cause investigations involving mechanical and automation systems.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Safety teams to implement process improvements.
• Work with equipment vendors on specifications, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), installation, and equipment acceptance.
• Develop engineering documentation including drawings, work instructions, technical reports, equipment specifications, and project documentation.
• Help ensure equipment meets company safety standards, OSHA requirements, and applicable engineering best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, ergonomics, and cost reduction.
• Stay current with emerging manufacturing and automation technologies and participate in technical training and industry events as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of engineering experience supporting manufacturing operations, automation projects, or mechanical equipment design.

Required Skills

• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or similar.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, industrial controls, sensors, and electrical systems.
• Experience with mechanical equipment, fixtures, conveyors, robotics, automated machinery, or production equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and structured problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principles.
• Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing environment, including equipment installation, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engineering projects and priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with industrial robots such as ABB, KUKA, or Yaskawa.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of machine vision, servo motion, pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine safety.
• Experience supporting capital equipment installations or manufacturing process improvement projects.

Pay range and compensation package

Salary: Up to $95,000 annually

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morales Professional is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.