Automation Engineer – Inverter Systems

JMP Solutions - Canada; Greenfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401K with company match

Life insurance

Disability coverages

Paid time off

Job summary

Convergix Automation Solutions is recruiting an Automation Engineer to join the Greenfield, IN site, embedded on site with a major automotive electronics manufacturer. You will program, troubleshoot, and optimize automated equipment on inverter assembly and test lines, collaborating with customer teams to improve throughput and quality.

The role requires a four-year engineering degree and 5+ years in automotive or high-volume manufacturing, with hands-on experience in robots, PLCs, machine

Qualifications

• Four-year university degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site automation engineering resource for inverter assembly and test lines, from installation through steady-state production.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize automated production equipment including robots (Fanuc, IAI), PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Keyence), machine vision, screw driving, and material dispensing systems.
• Support electro-mechanical tooling, fixturing, and equipment modifications; lead root-cause analysis on downtime and quality issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in cycle time, yield, and OEE with customer teams.
• Develop and maintain equipment documentation, standard work, and preventive maintenance; train operators and technicians.
• Manage schedules and budgets, collaborating with clients and internal PM resources to ensure deliverables and safety.
• Capture knowledge to strengthen future client projects and provide exceptional client experiences.

Skills

Robotics programming

PLC programming

Machine vision

Allen-Bradley

Keyence

Fanuc

Electro-mechanical

Reading schematics

HMI/SCADA

AutoCAD Electrical

Safety adherence

Project management

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Mech/Mechatronics

Tools

Robot programming

Automation software

Electrical drawings

Job description

Greenfield, IN

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivaled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience. If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you! Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

The Role

Step into a hands-on Automation Engineer role at the intersection of mechanical and controls engineering. Embedded full time on site with a major automotive electronics manufacturer, you will support high-volume inverter assembly and test lines — programming and troubleshooting automated equipment, improving throughput and quality, and acting as the trusted technical partner on the floor. You will bring the full strength of Convergix behind you, and carry what you learn back into our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Convergix’s on-site automation engineering resource, supporting inverter assembly and test lines from installation and launch through steady-state production.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize automated production equipment including robots (Fanuc, IAI), PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Keyence), machine vision, screw driving, and material dispensing systems.
• Support the electro-mechanical side of the line — tooling, fixturing, fit-up, and equipment modifications — and lead root-cause analysis on downtime, scrap, and quality escapes.
• Drive continuous improvement in cycle time, first-pass yield, and overall equipment effectiveness, working shoulder-to-shoulder with the customer’s manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teams.
• Develop and maintain equipment documentation, standard work, and preventive maintenance routines; train operators and technicians on new or modified equipment.
• Exercise project management skills by developing schedules and budgets in collaboration with clients and internal project management resources, ensuring completion of all deliverables to the satisfaction of the client while fostering a culture of safety.
• Capture and transfer knowledge back to the broader Convergix team, so that on-site learning strengthens how we deliver for every client.
• Provide superior client experiences partnering with your internal team to cohesively deliver a vision, energy, and intensity that exceeds client expectations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Four-year university degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering, or a related discipline (equivalent technical experience will be considered)
• Five or more years of related work experience, ideally within the automotive industry or another high-volume manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience programming, troubleshooting, and supporting automated production equipment, including:
  • Robots: Fanuc, IAI
  • PLCs: Allen-Bradley, Keyence
  • Machine vision systems
  • Screw driving and material dispensing equipment
  • Electro-mechanical devices, tooling, and fixturing
• Ability to read and work from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings, and to make sound judgment calls on equipment modifications
• A proven self-starter with a positive, “can-do” attitude who is motivated by solving complex challenges
• Strong client-focused approach, dedicated to providing exceptional client experiences to our internal and external customers
• Ability to multi-task, exercise good judgment and prioritize workload through outstanding organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with highly developed relationship management expertise, able to interact with various levels within the clients’ organization
• Proven commitment to safety
• Motivated and passionate about working with people and overcoming challenges through collaboration and a win-win paradigm
• Ability to work on site full time in Greenfield, IN, with reliable transportation and the flexibility to travel occasionally within the US and Canada
• Experience with inverter, power electronics, EV component, or other precision electronics assembly
• Background in industrial or manufacturing engineering: time studies, line balancing, capacity analysis
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA platforms (Rockwell, Aveva InTouch/OMI) and AutoCAD Electrical

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Occasionally lifts or moves up to 25 pounds.
• Work is performed on an active manufacturing floor; personal protective equipment is required and site safety training must be maintained.

Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• 401K, including company match
• Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children
• Company-paid short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid-time off and company-paid holidays
• Profit Sharing

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

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