Automation Engineer

Metric; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric is partnering with a large Denver manufacturer to hire a strong Automation Engineer to join their growing engineering and manufacturing leadership at the Site.

In this role you will design, develop, maintain and optimise automated systems (PLCs, HMIs, robotics), provide hands‑on troubleshooting, and drive continuous improvement projects to boost efficiency, quality and safety across the site.

Candidates should have at least 5 years in automation design and a strong CAD background.

Qualifications

• 5 years within automation engineering and design experience for a manufacturer.
• Strong CAD experience.
• Background of systems improvement and the desire to work in a high growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Automation & controls: design, develop, maintain and optimise automated manufacturing systems.
• Troubleshooting & support: diagnose automation faults and minimise downtime.
• Continuous improvement: deliver projects to increase efficiency, reliability, quality and safety.
• Projects & compliance: support new equipment installations and ensure site standards.

Skills

Automation engineering

CAD experience

Systems improvement

Job description

Metric are currently partnered with a large and continually growing manufacturer within Denver who are looking for a strong Automation Engineer to join their growing engineering and manufacturing leadership at the Site.

This role will largely include the below responsibilities:

• Automation & Controls: Design, develop, maintain and optimise automated manufacturing systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics and control systems.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide hands-on technical support to production, diagnose automation faults and implement effective solutions to minimise downtime.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and deliver automation and process improvement projects to increase efficiency, reliability, quality and safety across the manufacturing site.
• Projects & Compliance: Support new equipment installations, upgrades and commissioning while ensuring automation systems meet relevant engineering, safety and site standards.

To be considered for this role we are looking for:

• 5 years within Automation engineering and design experience for a manufacturer.
• Strong CAD experience.
• A background of systems improvement and the desire to work in a high growth environment.