Automation Engineer

Johnson Controls; York (York County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our manufacturing teams. You will help develop new processes, design automated assembly lines, test fixtures, and documentation to support production from concept through production.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years in automation manufacturing, with proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, RSLogix 5000, and Fanuc robotics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of automation manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency with robotic automation and high‑volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to determine machine requirements and develop specifications for functions, UI and quality control.
• Design automated assembly line equipment and programming.
• Create and maintain test fixtures, BOMs, and test procedures.
• Monitor efficiency and output; improve machine reliability and costs.
• Develop software/hardware designs to meet machine requirements and guide startups.
• Train peers on automation concepts and troubleshoot existing automation.

Skills

Robotics

Automation

Manufacturing processes

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

RSLogix 5000

Fanuc robotics

Job description

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What You Will Do

The Automation Engineer position has a high degree of visibility and opportunity within JCI. This individual will use their technical knowledge and expertise to assist manufacturing in the development of new manufacturing processes and standards using a variety of automation and mechanical engineering concepts. The engineer will have a full range of responsibility from concept to production including but not limited to: project management, VOC, capital justification, wiring sketches, exploded view assembly procedures, test fixture creation, automated assembly, and documentation support. This position requires a creative problem solver that understands Design for Manufacturing, automation, product/process flow, and lean manufacturing technology.

How You Will Do It

• Work with manufacturing and engineering teams to determine the requirements of the machine and develop specifications for machine functions, user interface, and quality control for high reliability.
• Design automated assembly line equipment and programming.
• Design automated test fixtures and maintenance.
• Bill of materials creation and maintenance.
• Test procedure creation and maintenance.
• Work closely with manufacturing to monitor and improve efficiency and output.
• Machine vision systems.
• Develop new software and hardware designs to meet machine requirements.
• Research components and technology available from suppliers, determine ways to increase reliability of controls and reduce costs.
• Train and mentor peer group on automation concepts and skills
• Work with manufacturing and maintenance teams to troubleshoot existing automation to improve reliability.
• Understand and implement customer standards for dedicated equipment and participate in design reviews. Guide startup of machines and perform troubleshooting with mechanical and electrical technicians. Configure drives, network communications, and other intelligent machine devices. Calibrate machines for position accuracy and dynamic response. Assist with remote customer support and troubleshooting. Update documentation and prepare portions of machine operation and service manuals.

What we look for

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
• 3+ years practical experience in an automation manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of product/process flow, Design for high volume manufacture including robotic automation.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor /AutoCAD, RSLogix 5000 PLC programming, Fanuc robotics.
• Excellent problem solver with a high degree of engineering curiosity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in the operation and use of Microsoft based communications, including Microsoft Project.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $85,000-$120,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us