Automation Engineer

Axion Recruitment; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Axion Recruitment Limited is recruiting an experienced Automation Engineer for an Oxford, CT manufacturing facility and contract manufacturer. You will lead complex automation projects involving robotics, PLCs, tooling and advanced manufacturing systems to improve production efficiency, quality and scalability.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming, robotics, and automation experience with integration of 3-axis to 6-axis robotics, EOAT design, and support for vision systems and sensors.

Qualifications

• Lead automation projects from concept through implementation.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment.
• Integrate and optimize robotics.
• Design fixtures and EOAT using CAD.
• Support vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics and motion controls.
• Lead equipment validation and corrective actions.
• Manage capital equipment specifications and installation.
• Improve automation performance and process capability.
• Develop automation standards and mentor engineers and technicians.
• 5+ years’ automation or manufacturing engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation, robotics and tooling projects from concept through implementation.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment.
• Integrate and optimize 3-axis, 5-axis and 6-axis robotics.
• Design parts, fixtures and End-of-Arm Tooling using SolidWorks or Cimatron.
• Support vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics and motion controls.
• Lead new equipment, product and automation validation.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage capital equipment specifications, justification and installation.
• Improve automation performance, downtime, cost and process capability.
• Develop automation standards and mentor engineers and technicians.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics integration

Electrical schematics reading

Mechanical drawing interpretation

3D CAD (SolidWorks/Cimatron)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Cimatron

Job description

We’re recruiting for an experienced Automation Engineer to join an established manufacturing facility and contract manufacturing company in Oxford, CT.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead complex automation projects involving robotics, PLCs, tooling and advanced manufacturing systems. You will help improve production efficiency, quality and scalability while supporting new equipment and product introductions.

Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming, robotics and manufacturing automation is required.

What You’ll Do

• Lead automation, robotics and tooling projects from concept through implementation
• Program and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment
• Integrate and optimize 3-axis, 5-axis and 6-axis robotics
• Design parts, fixtures and End-of-Arm Tooling using SolidWorks or Cimatron
• Support vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics and motion controls
• Lead new equipment, product and automation validation
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement corrective actions
• Manage capital equipment specifications, justification and installation
• Improve automation performance, downtime, cost and process capability
• Develop automation standards and mentor engineers and technicians

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ automation or manufacturing engineering experience
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills
• Experience integrating and programming industrial robots
• Knowledge of EOAT, fixture design, vision systems and sensors
• Understanding of low-voltage controls and three-phase power
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• SolidWorks, Cimatron or similar 3D CAD experience
• Knowledge of machine safety standards and risk assessments
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.