Automation Engineer - Coating Line Optimization

Fuyao; Moraine (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuyao in Moraine, OH, is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer for the Coating Preassembly area. The role focuses on optimizing and maintaining automated production systems to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and ensure product quality.

The candidate will collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and IT teams to troubleshoot automation hardware and software, while developing SOPs and preventive maintenance plans.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ manufacturing experience and/or training preferred.
• Ability to read, understand and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production system performance data to identify inefficiencies and recommend automation-based improvements.
• Optimize layout and configuration of equipment, control systems, and workflows to enhance throughput and reduce cycle time.
• Support installation, testing, and ramp-up of new automation equipment, ensuring compatibility with existing systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues with automation hardware/software.
• Monitor and document performance of production equipment, including uptime, failure rates, and corrective actions.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and preventive maintenance plans for automated systems.
• Conduct time studies and line balancing to improve labor utilization and equipment performance.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to support factory productivity goals.
• Ensure all systems comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Fuyao in Moraine, OH, is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer for the Coating Preassembly area. The role focuses on optimizing and maintaining automated production systems to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and ensure product quality.

The candidate will collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and IT teams to troubleshoot automation hardware and software, while developing SOPs and preventive maintenance plans.