Automation Engineer

L&L Products

Romeo (MI)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

100% company paid medical, dental, and vision

Onsite medical clinic

Generous 401K contributions

Top-notch wellness program

Job summary

A leading company in the automation machinery manufacturing sector is seeking an Automation Engineer to manage new automation tooling and improve current manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and possess experience in electrical controls and automation. Join a workplace that prioritizes quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

3-5 years of applicable electrical controls & automation experience preferred.
CAD Experience is required.
Knowledge of Robotic Systems & Programming is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and support existing robotic automation systems.
Manage new projects considering budget/cost targets and delivery timelines.
Troubleshoot and coordinate response measures for existing production equipment.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Performance Driven

Customer Centric

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Oracle ERP

Job description

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Job Title: Automation Engineer

Date: 2025

Reports to: Automation Technology Manager

L&L Products is built on the basic philosophy that good people working together, listening to each other’s ideas with an open mind and everyone wanting to do a little better each day will ensure our success. L&L is a place where quality of work, product and relationships are a priority.

What you’ll do: As an Automation Engineer, you will manage and design new Automation tooling and equipment. You will also support and improve current manufacturing systems.

Duties / Responsibilities of this position:

Develop new and support existing robotic automation systems. Projects often involve injection mold press tending, automated component feeding and assembly, laser marking, and vision inspection.
Identify and implement appropriate new technology, controls and automation to maintain a competitive advantage in the market.
Manage new projects considering budget/cost targets, delivery timelines and early build events.
Communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal personnel during all phases of new launches.
Troubleshoot and coordinate appropriate response measures for existing production equipment.
Responsible for electrical controls, simulation, programming, debug, and start-up assistance.
Lead process development efforts for single component and 2 component liquid dispense applications. This includes specifying equipment and performing material trials.
Ability to travel as needed (<10%) when support is required at off-site equipment installations.
Ability to occasionally support 2nd and 3rd shifts as needed.

This position works closely with all levels of the organization to fulfill needs. Activities of this person may include (but are not limited to):

Design & management of new automated equipment
Develop project proposals, budgets, timelines, & open issue logs
Generation and modification of control & pneumatic schematics
Robot, PLC, & HMI programming
Ensure that equipment performs as specified
Collaboration with outside vendors to ensure that all project goals are met.
Work with internal skilled trades, operators, and outside vendors to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
3-5yrs applicable electrical controls & automation experience preferred
CAD Experience
Project Management
Knowledge of Robotic Systems & Programming preferred
Knowledge of Pneumatic Circuits preferred
Knowledge of Electrical systems, examples may include:
NEC Code
Motion Control
PLC Programming

Software Used:

SolidWorks - 3D CAD
Fanuc & Sepro Robotic programming
Vision Inspection System programming
RoboGuide Simulation & Visual Components
Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
Oracle ERP

Core Competencies:

Performance Driven
Communication
Customer Centric
Passion/Values
Safety/Sustainability

Physical Demands Analysis:

Occasional lifting, pushing and pulling up to 30 lbs.
Occasional carrying up to 30 lbs.
Frequent use of a robotic teach pendent
Frequent use of small handheld tools
Frequent computer work using keyboard and mouse
Frequent use of computer monitor
Frequent standing and walking
Occasional bending, stooping, twisting or balancing
Rare crawling or kneeling
Continuously wear required respirator (e.g., N95, PAPR, Half-Face) when performing specific tasks.

Environmental Conditions:

Hot/Cold – occasional
Humid/Dry – occasional
Electrical/Pneumatic/Hydraulic systems – frequent
Moving Objects – occasional

Never = Not Required/Never (0%)

Rare = Seldom/Rare (Not daily – 1-10%)

Occasional = Minor/Occasional (Less than 3 hours – 11-33%)

Frequent = Required/Frequent (For 3-5 hours – 34-64%)

Continuous = Major/Continuous (More than 5 hours – 64-100%)

100% company paid medical, dental, and vision
Onsite medical clinic
Generous 401K contributions
Top-notch wellness program with a focus on your total well-being

Equal Opportunity Employer

L&L Products does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. L&L Products will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.

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