Automation Engineer - Boost UPH & TPM Training

ADP, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Salcomp Manufacturing USA Corp. in Arlington, TX is seeking an Automation Engineer to support the setup, transfer, optimization, and maintenance of automation equipment in manufacturing operations.

You will work closely with production, engineering, and suppliers to ensure reliable equipment performance and drive continuous improvement. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years in equipment engineering or automation.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Experience with equipment setup, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with root cause analysis and process optimization.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and management.

Responsibilities

• Support equipment transfers and ensure smooth operation prior to trial production.
• Review design plans with internal departments and external suppliers for new automation equipment, ensuring feasibility and proper documentation.
• Evaluate, verify, and accept new automation equipment for safety, operability, and maintainability.
• Compile and organize operating and maintenance manuals for new equipment and maintain preventive maintenance records.
• Analyze equipment issues and implement corrective solutions to ensure stable production operations.
• Provide technical support for complex equipment issues beyond the resolution capability of production teams.
• Facilitate training for manufacturing engineering staff on equipment operation, maintenance, and repair, and monitor training effectiveness.
• Assist with troubleshooting and optimization of non-automation equipment, including signal transmission issues and PLC adjustments.
• Collaborate with PIE teams to improve UPH and enhance equipment efficiency.
• Conduct audits related to equipment project standards and quality requirements.
• Support TPM training for technicians, operators, and quality personnel to reduce downtime.
• Adapt responsibilities as production requirements change.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Training others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Automation / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Salcomp Manufacturing USA Corp. in Arlington, TX is seeking an Automation Engineer to support the setup, transfer, optimization, and maintenance of automation equipment in manufacturing operations.

You will work closely with production, engineering, and suppliers to ensure reliable equipment performance and drive continuous improvement. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years in equipment engineering or automation.