Automation Engineer

Faurecia; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Saline, MI production automation teams. You will collaborate with project managers to develop automation cells, verify supplier conformance to mechanical, robotic and electrical standards, and support tooling, robot programming, electrical troubleshooting, and machine debugging on the shop floor.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, continuous improvement to reduce downtime, and coordination with the automation team across global

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in automation in manufacturing engineering department or automation design or robot programming.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred.
• Robot programming experience with Fanuc, ABB or UR.
• Camera verification software experience (Cognex, Keyence, Sick, etc.).
• Strong mechanical knowledge of tooling and EOAT components.
• Electrical schematic proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers to help develop automation cells being implemented into saline; verifying suppliers follow mechanical, robotic and electrical standards.
• Work on shop floor for programs supporting mechanical tooling, robot programming, electrical troubleshooting, cycle time improvements, and machine debugging.
• Coordinate with maintenance to develop preventive maintenance for automation cells and lead techs to perform tasks.
• Interface with the Automation team in FIS BG, sharing best practices and aligning deployments of new systems.
• Autonomously manage technical files, design studies, startup testing and maintenance readiness of automation features integrated by suppliers into production equipment.
• Minimize equipment downtime and pursue continuous improvement to improve TRS on the overall production system.

Skills

Robot programming (Fanuc/ABB/UR)

Vision systems (Cognex/Keyence/Sick)

Electrical schematics

Mechanical tooling knowledge

Automation in manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Fanuc robots

ABB robots

UR robots

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

In his/her field of expertise, and through either plant, program or generic processes, the Automation Engineer will:

• Work with project managers to help develop automation cells being implemented into saline. Verifying Suppliers are following Mechanical, Robotic & Electrical standards
• Work on shop floor for programs supporting Mechanical tooling, Robot programming, Electrical troubleshooting, Cycle time improvements, and Machine debugging Work with maintenance department to develop Preventive Maintenance for automation cells, and lead techs to perform these tasks
  • Interface with the Automation team in FIS BG, sharing best practices, aligning deployments of new systems.
  • Autonomously carry out the follow up of the technical files, design studies, startup testing and maintenance readiness of the automatic functions integrated by the suppliers in the production equipment.
  • Minimize equipment downtime and perform continues improvement actions to improve TRS on overall production system.

You will be working on challenges that matters.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

• 3-5 years of experience in automation in manufacturing engineering department or automation design or robot programming
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred
• Robot programming (Fanuc, ABB, UR)
• Camera verification software (Cognex, Keyence, Sick, etc.…)
• Strong mechanical knowledge of tooling (EOAT, Sonics, Bowl feeders, Slides, Sensors, etc.…)
• Electrical schematic
• Will you now or in the future require FORVIA to sponsor a visa of any kind to employ you in the Unites States?

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What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com