Automation Engineer – Manufacturing Systems & Robotics

ADP, Inc.; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ImageTek Mfg. in Vermont is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, maintain and optimize automation systems for high-volume manufacturing. The role focuses on improving equipment, reducing downtime and ensuring product quality through integration of industrial automation technologies.

You will work with PLCs, HMI/SCADA, vision systems, robotics and drive systems, while supporting preventive maintenance and data-driven improvements to OEE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• 3–7 years of automation engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and P&IDs.
• Knowledge of variable frequency drives, pneumatic controls, and machine safety systems.
• Experience with troubleshooting electrical and controls systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, troubleshoot and maintain PLC, HMI, motion control, and robotic systems in manufacturing operations.
• Support automated equipment used in laminating, die cutting, injection molding, assembly and material handling.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, communication and automation-related equipment failures.
• Program and maintain PLC platforms.
• Configure and maintain HMI and SCADA systems for operator interface and production monitoring.
• Integrate vision systems, sensors, servo drives, VFDs, safety systems and industrial networking components.
• Support robotic applications for part handling, packaging and automated assembly.
• Develop preventative maintenance strategies for automation and control systems.
• Create and maintain electrical drawings, PLC documentation, control narratives and operating procedures.
• Analyze equipment performance using production data and implement corrective actions to improve OEE.
• Support root cause analysis for recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure automation complies with safety standards, electrical codes and company policies.
• Collaborate with suppliers, OEMs, and integrators during equipment design, commissioning, and trouble shooting.
• Train maintenance technicians and production personnel on automated equipment operation and troubleshooting.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial automation

Electrical schematics reading

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field

Tools

HMI/SCADA

PLC platforms

VFDs and pneumatic controls

Job description

ImageTek Mfg. in Vermont is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, maintain and optimize automation systems for high-volume manufacturing. The role focuses on improving equipment, reducing downtime and ensuring product quality through integration of industrial automation technologies.

You will work with PLCs, HMI/SCADA, vision systems, robotics and drive systems, while supporting preventive maintenance and data-driven improvements to OEE.