Automation Engineer

MOHR Talent; Caledonia (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MOHR Talent is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer in Caledonia, MS to support programming, integration, and optimization of robotic and automated systems in a high-precision aerospace/defense environment. The role is on-site with a lucrative salary and DOE expectations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial automation, strong FANUC robotics experience, and hands-on PLC/HMI/sensor/motion control skills. Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited program is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial automation, robotics, or controls in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize FANUC robotic systems and automation equipment.
• Develop and modify robot programs, sequences, and control logic.
• Support robotic welding, material handling, and automated assembly.
• Troubleshoot robotic, electrical, and control system issues.
• Read schematics, PLC logic, and control drawings to diagnose problems.
• Assist with commissioning, FAT, startups, and new equipment integration.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance on improvements.
• Support NPI, tooling integration, and root-cause analysis.

Skills

FANUC robotics

PLCs

HMIs

Sensors

Servos

Motion control

Industrial networking

Education

ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics

Tools

FANUC certifications

Job description

Automation Engineer

Caledonia, Mississippi Direct Hire $110000 /

Job Description

Automation Engineer

Location: Caledonia, MS 39740 – Columbus Area
Salary: $110,000–$130,000 DOE
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site
Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support the programming, integration, troubleshooting, and optimization of robotic and automated manufacturing systems within a high-precision aerospace and defense environment.

Key Responsibilities

Program, troubleshoot, and optimize FANUC industrial robotic systems and automated manufacturing equipment.

Develop and modify robot programs, automation sequences, and process logic.

Support robotic welding, material handling, machine tending, automated assembly, and vision-system applications.

Troubleshoot robotic, electrical, controls, communication, and automation issues.

Work with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, servos, motion controls, and industrial communication networks.

Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC logic, control drawings, and technical documentation.

Support equipment commissioning, factory acceptance testing, startups, validation, and new equipment integration.

Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams on automation improvements.

Support NPI activities, tooling and fixture integration, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Maintain robotic backups, work instructions, troubleshooting guides, and maintenance procedures.

Requirements

5+ years of industrial automation, robotics, or controls experience in a manufacturing environment.

Strong hands‑on FANUC robotics experience, including programming, teach pendant operation, troubleshooting, and system integration.

Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, servos, motion control, and industrial automation systems.

Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment and electrical/control systems.

Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC logic, and control drawings.

Experience with robotic welding, automated assembly, machine tending, or material handling systems strongly preferred.

Aerospace, defense, automotive, or other high‑reliability manufacturing experience preferred.

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.

Preferred Qualifications

FANUC robotics certifications.

PLC programming or industrial automation certifications.

Vision‑system integration experience.

Experience commissioning and integrating robotic cells and automated manufacturing equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on Automation Engineer who enjoys solving complex controls and robotics problems while improving manufacturing reliability, quality, and production throughput.

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