Automation Engineer (G-Project)

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII in Georgia, United States, seeks an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and optimize automation systems for production lines and robotics cells. You will troubleshoot PLC programs and support control systems across multiple projects.

The role requires a degree in Electrical/Mechatronics/Automation, hands-on PLC experience, and strong English communication for technical documentation and supplier coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience with Siemens TIA Portal, Step7, Allen‑Bradley, or Beckhoff.
• Interest in industrial robotics, sensor tech, and SCADA.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Analytical mindset with accuracy and systems thinking.
• Strong English written and spoken for docs and supplier communication.
• Nice to have Industry 4.0 experience or pneumatics knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize automation systems for production lines.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff).
• Commission and support automated equipment and control systems.
• Develop control systems for machines and robotic cells.
• Prepare technical documentation and electrical schematics.
• Collaborate with suppliers, integrators, and internal departments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Skills

PLC Programming

Automation Systems

Industrial Robotics

Electrical Schematics

Technical Documentation

English Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics/Automation degree

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Siemens Step7

Allen-Bradley

Beckhoff

SCADA

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize automation systems for production lines and manufacturing processes
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs (e.g. Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron)
• Commission and support automated equipment and control systems
• Develop and fine-tune control systems for machines and robotic cells
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and electrical schematics
• Cooperate with equipment suppliers, integrators, and internal production departments
• Participate in continuous improvement and process development projects (e.g. OEE, Lean, Industry 4.0 initiatives)

Requirements

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering
• Hands‑on experience with PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Step7, Allen‑Bradley, or Beckhoff preferred)
• Strong interest in industrial robotics, sensor technology, and SCADA systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics
• Analytical mindset, accuracy, and system‑oriented thinking
• Good command of English (both written and spoken) for technical documentation and supplier communication
• Advantage: experience in manufacturing environments, involvement in Industry 4.0 projects, or knowledge of pneumatics

Foxconn is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.