Automation Engineer

LHH; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks vacation

Paid sick leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Life Insurance

Job summary

LHH in Crown Point, Indiana, is seeking a motivated Automation Engineer for a manufacturing environment. This position involves enhancing automated systems, improving production efficiency, and driving smart manufacturing initiatives.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in engineering and possess hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems. The role offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $130,000, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in automation engineering, controls engineering, or robotics.
• Hands-on experience with programming PLCs.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine automated equipment.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs and control systems.
• Identify and implement automation solutions to increase throughput.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial automation systems

Troubleshooting automated equipment

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Automation Engineer – Manufacturing Environment to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge automation initiatives, improve production efficiency, and play a key role in advancing smart manufacturing capabilities within a dynamic and fast‑paced environment. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands‑on with automation systems while also contributing to process optimization and continuous improvement efforts.

The Automation Engineer will be responsible for supporting and enhancing automated systems across a production environment. This individual will collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to drive improvements in equipment performance, reliability, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine automated equipment and control systems to streamline manufacturing operations.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and related control systems.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement automation solutions to increase throughput and reduce downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to electrical, mechanical, and control system components.
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to support equipment installation, upgrades, and commissioning.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing production data and recommending enhancements.
• Ensure all systems adhere to established safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation including system configurations, procedures, and technical specifications.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline.
• Hands‑on PLC programming experience.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial automation systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and optimizing automated equipment.
• 3+ years of experience in automation engineering, controls engineering, or robotics within a production setting.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments involving high‑speed or complex automated systems.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment.

Compensation Range

$80,000- $130,000

Benefits Offered

2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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