Automation Engineer

Giesecke+Devrient; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (PPO and HDHP with HSA)

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401K with employer match

Short/long term disability

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Commuter benefits

Education assistance

Pet insurance

Legal

Job summary

Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop, implement, and maintain automated manufacturing systems that boost productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency.

You will work with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to optimize processes using PLC/SCADA technologies and Industry 4.0 approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or related field.
• Experience with PLC programming on major platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron).
• Knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems.
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC, Profinet, DeviceNet).
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance product quality.
• Lead automation projects from concept through implementation, validation, and startup.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networks.
• Support manufacturing equipment including robotics, conveyors, vision systems, sensors, and automated assembly equipment.
• Develop and maintain documentation including control narratives, wiring diagrams, operating procedures, and maintenance instructions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in equipment upgrades, new product introductions, and plant expansion projects.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement process improvements using Industry 4.0 technologies when applicable.
• Conduct root cause analysis and resolve equipment and process-related issues.
• Train operators and maintenance personnel on automated systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to support daily operations and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI/SCADA Development

Robotics Integration

Industrial Networking

Electrical Controls Design

Process Automation

Machine Vision Systems

Root Cause Analysis

Preventive Maintenance

Project Management

Data Analysis and Reporting

Education

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

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Mitsubishi

Omron

Job description

G+D makes the lives of billions of people around the world more secure. We create trust in the digital age with integrated security technologies in three business areas: Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology. We have been a reliable partner for our customers for over 170 years with our innovative solutions for SecurityTech! We are an international technology group and traditional family business with over 14,000 employees in 40 countries. Creating Confidence is our path to success. Trust is the basis of our co-operation within G+D.

At Payment Technology, our mission is to be at the start of every transaction and to make it secure and simple. We also create contemporary payment and banking solutions for our digital age. As a one-stop shop, we produce and personalise hundreds of millions of payment cards every year and store their "digital twins" - mobile and digital.

Would you like to actively shape the digital transformation with us?

Job Summary

The Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining automated manufacturing systems to improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational efficiency. This role works closely with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to optimize manufacturing processes through automation technologies, controls systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance product quality.
• Lead automation projects from concept through implementation, validation, and startup.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networks.
• Support manufacturing equipment including robotics, conveyors, vision systems, sensors, and automated assembly equipment.
• Develop and maintain documentation including control narratives, wiring diagrams, operating procedures, and maintenance instructions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in equipment upgrades, new product introductions, and plant expansion projects.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement process improvements using Industry 4.0 technologies when applicable.
• Conduct root cause analysis and resolve equipment and process-related issues.
• Train operators and maintenance personnel on automated systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to support daily operations and continuous improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron or similar platforms).
• Knowledge of HMI and/or SCADA systems.
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC, Profinet, or DeviceNet.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics programming and integration.
• Knowledge of MES, ERP, and manufacturing data systems.
• Experience with machine vision systems and industrial IoT technologies.
• Familiarity with ISO standards, or other industry-specific regulatory requirements.

Technical Skills

• PLC Programming
• HMI/SCADA Development
• Robotics Integration
• Industrial Networking
• Electrical Controls Design
• Process Automation
• Machine Vision Systems
• Root Cause Analysis
• Preventive Maintenance
• Project Management
• Data Analysis and Reporting

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and production operations.
• May require occasional travel to suppliers, customer sites, or other facilities.
• Availability to support production during off-shift hours, weekends, or equipment startups when necessary.

The pay range for this position is $83,099 - $96,360 and is eligible for an annual bonus. Benefits offered to eligible employees include, medical (PPO and HDHP with HSA), dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K w/ employer match, short/long term disability, life insurance, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending, EAP, commuter benefits, education assistance, pet insurance, legal, and more.