Automation Engineer

Netrolynx AI; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Domnovate in Whitehall, Michigan is seeking an Automation / Robotics Engineer / Specialist to design, implement, and optimize automated manufacturing systems. The role blends hands-on technical work with project leadership across engineering, maintenance, production, and operations teams to improve processes and introduce effective automation solutions.

The successful candidate will program and troubleshoot robots and PLCs, read electrical schematics, and drive enhancements that improve safety,

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
• Eight years of proven professional experience may substitute for a degree.
• Experience in industrial automation, robotics engineering, controls engineering, or a similar manufacturing engineering position.
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills are required.
• Experience leading automation projects and implementing manufacturing process improvements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize automated manufacturing systems and robotic applications.
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial robots, PLCs, control systems, automated equipment, and production sequences.
• Integrate robotic systems with machinery, sensors, vision systems, and other manufacturing technologies.
• Diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and controls-related issues, and coordinate with relevant teams to restore or improve equipment performance.
• Lead automation projects from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and production launch.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, electrical schematics, programming records, and equipment specifications.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial robotics

Automation engineering

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Robotics/Automation

Tools

Industrial robots

HMI systems

Servo drives

Job description

About The Company

Domnovate supports innovation and operational excellence in advanced manufacturing. The company is seeking an Automation / Robotics Engineer / Specialist to help strengthen automation capabilities in a high-volume production environment in Whitehall, Michigan. This is an opportunity to contribute to manufacturing systems that depend on safety, reliability, quality, and consistent performance. The successful candidate will work with engineering, maintenance, production, and operations teams to improve existing processes and introduce effective automation solutions. This full-time, direct-hire position offers an annual salary of $100,000 to $110,000, depending on experience, along with an excellent benefits package and a 401(k) retirement plan.

About The Company

Domnovate supports innovation and operational excellence in advanced manufacturing. The company is seeking an Automation / Robotics Engineer / Specialist to help strengthen automation capabilities in a high-volume production environment in Whitehall, Michigan. This is an opportunity to contribute to manufacturing systems that depend on safety, reliability, quality, and consistent performance. The successful candidate will work with engineering, maintenance, production, and operations teams to improve existing processes and introduce effective automation solutions. This full-time, direct-hire position offers an annual salary of $100,000 to $110,000, depending on experience, along with an excellent benefits package and a 401(k) retirement plan.

About The Role

The Automation / Robotics Engineer / Specialist will develop, program, integrate, troubleshoot, and optimize automated manufacturing systems and industrial robotic equipment. The role combines hands-on technical work with project leadership, from early concepts and system design through installation, commissioning, and production implementation. The engineer will address complex equipment and process challenges, identify opportunities to automate or improve manufacturing operations, and help ensure that systems perform safely and reliably. The ideal candidate brings practical experience in industrial automation, robotics, controls, and manufacturing process improvement, along with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and production teams.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred. Candidates without a degree may qualify with at least eight years of proven, documented professional experience in the field. Applicants should have prior experience in industrial automation, robotics engineering, controls engineering, or a similar manufacturing engineering position. Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capabilities are required, as is hands-on experience with industrial robots, robotic programming, and automation integration. Knowledge of electrical controls, servo drives, motors, sensors, industrial control systems, HMI systems, machine interfaces, and automated production equipment is important. Candidates must be able to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and engineering documentation. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills are essential. Experience leading automation projects and implementing manufacturing process improvements is preferred. The successful candidate will work independently when needed and collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, implement, and optimize automated manufacturing systems and robotic applications. Program, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial robots, PLCs, control systems, automated equipment, and production sequences. Integrate robotic systems with machinery, sensors, vision systems, and other manufacturing technologies. Diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and controls-related issues, and coordinate with relevant teams to restore or improve equipment performance. Lead automation projects from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and production launch. Assess current manufacturing processes and recommend automation opportunities that can improve productivity, efficiency, repeatability, and quality. Partner with engineering, maintenance, production, and operations personnel to resolve equipment and process concerns. Create and maintain technical documentation, electrical schematics, programming records, and equipment specifications. Evaluate emerging automation technologies and recommend practical enhancements to existing systems. Promote safe operation by ensuring automated equipment meets applicable workplace and manufacturing safety requirements. Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance and production personnel as needed.

Benefits

This full-time, permanent, direct-hire opportunity offers an annual salary of $100,000 to $110,000, depending on experience. Domnovate provides an excellent company-sponsored benefits package and a 401(k) retirement plan. The position also offers the opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing automation and robotics technologies while contributing to meaningful improvements in production performance.

Equal Opportunity

Domnovate is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.