Automation Engineer

Emerge; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% annual bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Emerge in Dover, NJ seeks an Automation Engineer to lead design, simulation, and implementation of robotic manufacturing systems. You will oversee end-of-arm tooling, grippers, and fixtures from concept through installation and production, automating manual processes and supporting robotics through programming and troubleshooting.

ITAR compliance is required. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Automation/Robotics/Mechatronics with 5+ years in robotics or automated manufacturing, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering field
• ItAR compliance requires U.S. person status and work eligibility in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship
• Strong 3D CAD and mechanical design experience from concept through production
• Knowledge of GD&T and mechanical design
• Experience with machine builders, tooling suppliers, fabricators, and vendors
• Experience with robotic assembly, automated part handling, and fixturing
• Troubleshoot mechanical, tooling, and robotic systems during commissioning and production
• Experience with pneumatic, electric, servo-driven, or compliant tooling
• Strong project management, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• 5+ years of engineering experience in robotics/automated manufacturing preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate robotic systems including end-of-arm tooling and fixtures
• Lead automation projects from concept to production in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Automate and optimize manual processes and support robotics through programming
• Develop preventive maintenance requirements and training materials
• Support capital project development including scope, cost estimates and ROI
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to technicians and engineers
• Evaluate emerging robotics and automation technologies

Skills

Robotics

Automation engineering

Mechatronics

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation/Robotics/Mechatronics

Tools

CAD software

Robot simulation software

Off-line programming tools

Job description

Emerge is currently recruiting qualified candidates for a direct hire Automation Engineer job in Dover, NJ for our client, a leading manufacturer of quality products for aerospace, industrial, medical and other industries. In this role, you will lead the design, simulation, and implementation of robotic and automated manufacturing systems, including robotic end-of-arm tooling, grippers, and assembly fixtures. You will lead automation projects from concept through fabrication, installation, commissioning, and production and automate and optimize manual processes and support robotic systems through programming and troubleshooting. This position offers a salary range of $95,000-$120,000 per year, excellent benefits starting day one including a 5% annual bonus, and relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities for the Automation Engineer job in Dover, New Jersey include:

• Designing and simulating robotic systems, including end-of-arm tooling, grippers, and fixtures, using CAD and robotic simulation software
• Leading automation projects from concept through fabrication, installation, commissioning, and production in collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, and outside vendors
• Automating and optimizing manual processes, and supporting robotic systems through programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Developing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting documentation, and training materials
• Supporting capital project development, including scope, cost estimates, and return on investment
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to technicians, operators, and engineers
• Evaluating emerging robotics and automation technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering field
• This position is subject to ITAR compliance: International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status; ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (\"Green Card Holder\"), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Strong 3D CAD and mechanical design experience, from concept through production
• Strong knowledge of GD& T and mechanical design
• Experience working with machine builders, tooling suppliers, fabricators, and vendors
• Experience with robotic assembly, automated part handling, and fixturing
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, tooling, and robotic systems during commissioning and production
• Experience with pneumatic, electric, servo-driven, or compliant tooling
• Strong project management, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• 5+ years of engineering experience in robotics, automated manufacturing, or machine design preferred
• Experience designing end-of-arm tooling, grippers, and assembly fixtures preferred
• Robotic simulation or offline programming experience preferred
• Machine vision or automated inspection experience preferredExperience in investment casting, aerospace, or precision manufacturing preferred
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience is preferred

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