Automation Engineer: High-Volume Manufacturing

Overhead Door Corporation; Mount Hope (WV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Overhead Door Corporation in Mount Hope, WV is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation solutions that optimize manufacturing processes and improve efficiency. You will troubleshoot automation issues, collaborate with maintenance, production, quality and safety teams, and program PLCs, robotics, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/Automation Engineering and at least 4 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Automation Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of automation engineering experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Certifications in automation, controls, or safety (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens, OSHA) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions to optimize manufacturing processes and improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues in a fast-paced production environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (maintenance, production, quality, and safety) to drive continuous improvement.
• Program, configure, and maintain industrial automation equipment such as PLCs, robotics, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Analyze process data and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Develop and document technical procedures, troubleshooting guides, and automation standards.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance automation capabilities.
• Train and support maintenance and production teams on automated equipment and controls.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics

Motion control

Vision systems

SCADA/HMI

Safety standards

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering

Job description

Overhead Door Corporation in Mount Hope, WV is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation solutions that optimize manufacturing processes and improve efficiency. You will troubleshoot automation issues, collaborate with maintenance, production, quality and safety teams, and program PLCs, robotics, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/Automation Engineering and at least 4 years of experience.