Automation Engineer

capstonecareersite; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Career Site in Tulsa, OK is seeking an Automation Engineer to support deployment, integration, and optimization of warehouse automation systems. This role collaborates with operations, IT, maintenance, and external vendors to ensure systems operate safely, reliably, and in alignment with business requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in warehouse or logistics, with hands-on experience in automated material handling and robotics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related field).
• 3–5 years in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environments.
• Hands-on experience with automated material handling, robotics, or warehouse automation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end implementation of warehouse automation systems, including installation, testing, commissioning, and stabilization.
• Provide technical support for integration with WMS, WCS, and WES platforms to ensure reliable performance and data flow.
• Troubleshoot automation system issues, perform root-cause analysis, and collaborate with internal teams and vendors to resolve issues.
• Monitor automation KPIs such as throughput, uptime, and accuracy, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of SOPs and training materials for site operators.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure system health and minimal downtime.
• Participate in cross-functional project meetings and provide technical input to support timelines and budgets.

Skills

Warehouse automation

WMS/WCS/WES integration

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Office tools

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Masters preferred

Tools

WMS

WCS

WES

Robotics

Job description

Automation Engineer

Tulsa, OK

Competitive

JOB SUMMARY:

The Automation Engineeris responsible forsupporting the deployment, integration, and ongoing optimization of automated material handling and warehouse automation systems. This role partners with operations, IT, maintenance, and external vendors to ensure systemsoperatesafely, reliably, and in alignment with business and customer requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility but mayprovidefunctional guidance or training support to operators and technicians as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsibilities:

• Support end-to-end implementation of warehouse automation systems, including installation, testing, commissioning, and stabilization.
• Provide technical support for integration with WMS, WCS, and WES platforms to ensure reliable system performance and data flow.
• Troubleshoot automation system issues, perform root-cause analysis, and collaborate with internal teams and vendors to resolve issues.
• MonitorautomationKPIs such as throughput, uptime, and accuracy, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assistin the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for site operators.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensureoptimalsystem health and minimal downtime.
• Participate in cross-functional project meetings and provide technical input to support timelines, budgets, and operational readiness.

*Performs Additional Responsibilities As Assigned*

QUALIFICATIONS:

education and/or experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering(Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related field),Masters degree is Preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, orlogisticsenvironments.
• Hands-on experience supporting automated material handling, robotics, or warehouse automation systems preferred.

knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Working knowledge of warehouse automation systems and controls.
• Familiarity with WMS, WCS, and WES environments.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.

physical requirements:

• Ability to spend extended periods walking or standing on the warehouse floor during system installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Frequent movement between operational areas, including climbing stairs, accessing elevated platforms, and inspecting automation equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, vest, and hard hat when on-site.
• Regular use of computers, diagnostic tools, and handheld devices for system monitoring and troubleshooting.