Automation Engineer

Carrier Global Corporation; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Paid time off

Disability: Short-term and long-term

Life Insurance

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement and maintain automated control systems at a Carrier manufacturing facility, driving advanced, smart-manufacturing capabilities. This hands-on role integrates equipment, robotics, and control systems to enhance production.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 3+ years' experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA, and robotics; experience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Fanuc, and KUKA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience with automated manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Designs, programs and implements automation and control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, vision).
• Supports implementation, integration and fine-tuning of automated equipment.
• Develops projects to improve productivity, quality and ergonomics.
• Diagnoses and resolves faults in control and automation systems.
• Partners with Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance on equipment upgrades.
• Documents standards, programs and procedures for automated systems.
• Supports Industry 4.0 / smart-factory data connectivity initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Siemens

Allen-Bradley

Rockwell Automation

Fanuc

KUKA

HMI/SCADA

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About this role

The Automation Engineer designs, implements, and maintains the automated and control systems at a Carrier manufacturing facility, driving advanced, smart-manufacturing capabilities. This hands‑on role integrates equipment, robotics, and control systems into the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs, programs and implements automation and control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, vision).
• Supports the implementation, integration, and fine‑tuning of automated equipment.
• Develops automation projects to improve productivity, quality, and ergonomics.
• Diagnoses and resolves faults in control and automation systems.
• Partners with Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance on equipment upgrades.
• Documents standards, programs, and procedures for automated systems.
• Supports Industry 4.0 / smart‑factory data connectivity initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of experience supporting automated manufacturing systems and production line optimization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics or Control Engineering.
• Knowledge of machine vision and Industry 4.0 / IIoT/ Smart Factory and digital manufacturing.
• Programming across multiple platforms (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell, Fanuc, KUKA).
• Hands‑on programming and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA and industrial networks.
• Hands‑on experience owning the integration, implementation, and scaling of robotics and advanced automated equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs and mechanical drawings.
• Working knowledge of machine safety standards and safe equipment implementation practices.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $96,000.00 - $192,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

This position is entitled to short‑term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from JobPosting Date: 18 September 2026.

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Use of AI

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