Automation Engineer

AgileGrid Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing seeks an Automation Engineer for a Latrobe, PA position focused on purchasing, designing, coordinating, and improving automation equipment across the project lifecycle.

The role collaborates with management, production teams, suppliers, and other divisions. Candidates should balance project coordination with hands-on troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment, including usage of a handheld propane torch following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• College degree or more than five years of experience in injection molding processing.
• Manufacturing safety and standard methods of work knowledge required.
• GD&T experience required.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to equipment design reviews and project planning.
• Strong organization and follow-through; coordinate purchase orders, supplier activities, and construction timelines.
• Proactive in identifying improvements, troubleshooting equipment, and presenting cost-saving opportunities to management.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and support the design of automation equipment for manufacturing operations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities related to automation and present recommendations to management.
• Maintain and improve existing automation machines and oversee ongoing improvement efforts.

Skills

GD&T

Injection molding

Equipment troubleshooting

Supplier communication

Project coordination

Manufacturing safety

Education

College degree or 5+ years injection molding experience

Job description

About The Company

Synerfac Technical Staffing connects skilled professionals with opportunities across technical and manufacturing industries. We are seeking an Automation Engineer for a position in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. This role supports automation initiatives within a manufacturing division, with an emphasis on equipment design, procurement, production support, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work with internal teams and outside suppliers to develop practical automation solutions that meet production needs and contribute to operational performance.

About The Company

Synerfac Technical Staffing connects skilled professionals with opportunities across technical and manufacturing industries. We are seeking an Automation Engineer for a position in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. This role supports automation initiatives within a manufacturing division, with an emphasis on equipment design, procurement, production support, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work with internal teams and outside suppliers to develop practical automation solutions that meet production needs and contribute to operational performance.

About The Role

The Automation Engineer is responsible for purchasing, designing, coordinating, and improving automation equipment. This position works across the lifecycle of automation projects, from identifying cost-saving opportunities and developing machine specifications to reviewing designs, coordinating construction schedules, and supporting production start-ups. The engineer will maintain and improve existing automation machines while helping ensure that new equipment is delivered in time to support production requirements.

The role involves regular collaboration with management, production teams, suppliers, and other divisions. Candidates should be comfortable balancing project coordination with hands‑on troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment. The position also requires using a handheld propane torch on the production floor and following applicable safety procedures.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a college degree or more than five years of experience in injection molding processing. A practical understanding of manufacturing safety and standard methods of work is important. Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) is also required. Applicants should be able to interpret technical requirements, communicate clearly with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and contribute to equipment design reviews and project planning.

Strong organization and follow-through are essential, particularly when coordinating purchase orders, supplier activities, and construction timelines. The ideal candidate is proactive in identifying potential improvements, comfortable troubleshooting equipment, and able to present automation‑related cost‑saving opportunities to management. The ability to work collaboratively across divisions and respond to production needs is also valuable.

Responsibilities

Purchase and support the design of automation equipment for manufacturing operations. Identify cost‑saving opportunities related to automation, develop recommendations, and present them to management on a regular basis. Maintain and improve existing automation machines across the division, and oversee ongoing efforts to improve automation performance.

Coordinate automation activities with outside suppliers, generate specifications for new machines, and review and approve new machine designs. Manage construction schedules for new automation equipment so that project timelines align with production needs. Procure purchase orders for automation projects at supplier locations and follow up on purchasing and project requirements.

Assist with production start‑ups involving automation machines and help troubleshoot both new and existing equipment. Support automation projects in other divisions as needed. Perform required production‑floor tasks, including the use of a handheld propane torch, while adhering to manufacturing safety practices and established work methods.

Benefits

This opportunity offers the chance to contribute directly to manufacturing automation projects, equipment performance, and continuous improvement. The engineer will work with a variety of internal partners and external suppliers, support projects from specification through production start‑up, and help shape cost‑effective solutions. Specific compensation, benefits, and employment details will be provided during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity

Synerfac Technical Staffing is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates with the skills and experience to contribute to a safe, collaborative, and productive workplace.