Automation Engineer

DuPont; Valley View (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to advance automation across our Valley View and Stow sites in Ohio. You will implement robotic solutions, upgrade controls, and collaborate with operations and maintenance to raise safety and productivity.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering and hands-on PLC, robotics, and HMI experience, including UR/ABB robotics and Allen-Bradley systems, with on-site work at Valley View and occasional travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 1+ years of automation experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with PLC programming and robotics integration.
• Knowledge of HMI development and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement automation and robotics solutions across manufacturing operations.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs and machine logic.
• Lead automation projects from concept through startup.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and engineering teams to solve technical challenges.
• Improve machine safety, reliability, and performance.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC programming

Robotics integration

Troubleshooting

HMI development

Safety systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

UR Robotics

ABB Robotics

Allen-Bradley PLCs

PLC programming tools

Job description

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DuPont is seeking an Manufacturing Automation Engineer to support automation and controls initiatives across our Valley View and Stow manufacturing sites. This role will focus on implementing robotic solutions, upgrading machine controls, improving manufacturing processes, and supporting automation projects that enhance safety, productivity, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and support automation and robotics solutions within manufacturing operations.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs, controls, and machine logic.
• Support controller upgrades and equipment modernization projects.
• Lead automation and capital projects from concept through startup.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to solve technical challenges.
• Improve machine safety, reliability, and performance.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of automation-related issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 1+ years of automation experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PLC programming, machine controls, and automation systems.
• Experience with robotics integration and industrial equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Universal Robots (UR) and/or ABB Robotics.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and control systems.
• HMI development experience.
• Knowledge of CNC equipment, pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine safety systems.

This is an onsite role and supports both Valley View and Stow, OH, with most time spent at the Valley View site and regular travel between locations.

DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit the Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.