Automation Engineer

JobSquad; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSquad is seeking an entry-level Automation Engineer to design, build, and program test fixtures used to test electronic and avionics assemblies in the Coral Gables, FL area. This is a direct-hire, hands-on role working closely with engineering and production teams.

You will design fixtures, wire components, and write test programs primarily using LabVIEW. A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or Manufacturing Engineering is required, with 0–3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or Manufacturing Engineering is required.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience; internships and co-ops welcome.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with test equipment and basic soldering skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and build electrical and mechanical test fixtures.
• Wire connectors, relays, switches, sensors, and other components.
• Write and troubleshoot test programs, primarily using LabVIEW.
• Build and test fixture prototypes to ensure accurate and repeatable results.
• Train technicians and production employees on new test fixtures.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Automation engineering

Test fixture design

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Automation/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

CAD

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Job description

The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Automation Engineer to work at a company located in the Coral Gables, FL area! Job Title: Automation Engineer Job Location: Coral Gables, FL Pay and Hours for Job + Benefits: $70k-$75k Job Description: We are seeking an entry-level Automation Engineer to design, build, and program test fixtures used to test electronic and avionics assemblies. This is a Direct Hire, hands-on role working closely with engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and build electrical and mechanical test fixtures.
• Wire connectors, relays, switches, sensors, and other components.
• Write and troubleshoot test programs, primarily using LabVIEW.
• Build and test fixture prototypes to ensure accurate and repeatable results.
• Work with machine shops or vendors on fabricated fixture parts.
• Create wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and operating instructions.
• Train technicians and production employees on new test fixtures.
• Troubleshoot fixture problems on the production floor.
• Perform preventative maintenance and maintain calibration schedules.
• Track spare parts and help improve fixture reliability.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual testing and inspection processes.
• Work with Engineering to identify potential testing issues with new products.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience; internships and co-ops are welcome.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Comfortable using hand tools and building/wiring equipment.
• Basic soldering skills.
• Familiarity with multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, or other test equipment.
• Experience with CAD, LabVIEW, or PLCs is a plus.
• Aerospace/avionics or electronics manufacturing experience is a plus.

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