AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Randstad USA; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced automation engineer for a first-shift role in Connecticut. The position focuses on automation systems, robotics (3-axis to 6-axis), vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and motion controls.

You will manage project scope, design tooling, and program PLCs while driving lean improvements. Required: Associate degree and at least 4 years of experience in automation; strong CAD skills with SolidWorks and other tools; ability to collaborate with

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in automation roles.
• Associate degree or equivalent.
• Experience with PLCs and industrial automation.
• Knowledge of NPI and lean improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and system integration across robotics, vision, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and motion controls.
• Manage complex automation and tooling projects from concept to completion.
• Lead capital equipment justification, specification, and validation.
• Design parts, fixtures, and EOAT using 3D CAD software.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, industrial networks, and low voltage controls.
• Drive lean continuous improvement and NPI with KPI targets.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Tooling, and Quality teams to standardize best practices and ensure machine safety.

Skills

PLC

Troubleshoot

Automation

NPI

Education

Associates

Tools

SolidWorks

Cimitron

AutoCAD 2D

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM
education: Associate

Responsibilities

• Automation & System Integration: Serve as the primary technical expert for automation systems, robotics (3-axis, 5-axis, 6-axis), vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and motion controls.
• Project & Capital Management: Manage complex automation and tooling projects from concept to completion; lead capital equipment justification, specification, and validation efforts within budget and schedule targets.
• Design & Tooling: Design parts, fixtures, and End of Arm Tooling (EOAT) using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Cimitron, AutoCAD 2D, SolidWorks Electrical).
• Programming & Controls: Program and troubleshoot PLCs, industrial networks, automation communication protocols, low voltage controls, and three-phase power systems.
• Continuous Improvement & NPI: Lead new product introductions (NPI), establish performance KPIs, conduct root-cause analysis on production bottlenecks, and drive lean continuous improvement initiatives.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Tooling, and Quality teams to standardize best practices, ensure machine safety/risk assessments, and mentor junior engineers and technicians.

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment

Skills

• PLC
• Troubleshoot
• Automation
• NPI

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 4 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Experience

• Experienced
• 4 years

Education

• Associates

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.