Automation Engineer I: Build Smart Test Systems & Robotics

Techtronic Industries - TTI; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Techtronic Industries - TTI in Anderson, SC is seeking an Automation Engineer 1 to design, build, and test automated systems for product evaluation.

You'll work on mechanical design, electrical controls, and software for PLC/HMI/robotics, collaborating with a cross-functional team to deliver reliable test equipment and documentation. 0–3 years' experience preferred; on-site position with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level engineering degree or equivalent field experience.
• Experience with automated test systems and wiring, basic machining preferred.
• Ability to design, assemble, and modify automated test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble, and modify automated machinery to automate testing processes with guidance.
• Develop and debug automation programs (PLC, HMI, robotics) with guidance.
• Routinely report project progress and coordinate with engineers for cost-effective test systems.
• Establish manuals, drawings, models, and troubleshooting guides for new automated equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Hands-on

Electrical understanding

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

0-3 years relevant experience

Tools

SolidWorks

LabVIEW

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

HMI programming

Ignition/SCADA

Copilot/AI tooling

Job description

Techtronic Industries - TTI in Anderson, SC is seeking an Automation Engineer 1 to design, build, and test automated systems for product evaluation.

You'll work on mechanical design, electrical controls, and software for PLC/HMI/robotics, collaborating with a cross-functional team to deliver reliable test equipment and documentation. 0–3 years' experience preferred; on-site position with occasional travel.