Automation Engineer – OHT/AGV Systems (On-site)

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health plans

401(k) matching

Generous PTO policy

Relocation package

Immigration sponsorships

Job summary

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC is seeking an Automation Engineer to oversee maintenance and repairs of automated systems in Sugar Land, Texas. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in automation engineering.

Responsibilities include developing training programs for technicians, troubleshooting complex systems, and ensuring operational efficiency. The position offers competitive benefits, including health plans, a 401(k) match, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial automated material handling systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems and automation hardware logic.
• 3+ years of experience in automation engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on automated systems.
• Develop training programs for new technicians.
• Support cleanroom floor layout design and fleet routing optimization.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics reading

Automation engineering

Mobile robotics

3D modeling software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PLC programming

Job description

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC is seeking an Automation Engineer to oversee maintenance and repairs of automated systems in Sugar Land, Texas. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in automation engineering.

Responsibilities include developing training programs for technicians, troubleshooting complex systems, and ensuring operational efficiency. The position offers competitive benefits, including health plans, a 401(k) match, and generous PTO.