Automation Engineer (Onsite) - PLC/Controls, Production Ramp

AprilAire

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AprilAire is seeking an Automation Engineer to join the Ops-Engineering team in Madison, WI. The role owns automation projects from vendor design review through on-site installation and production ramp, acting as a technical authority during start-up.

The position requires cross-functional collaboration with vendors, maintenance, and product engineering to deliver fully validated, production-ready automation on an onsite basis with travel between our Madison and Poynette sites.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required in a relevant engineering discipline.
Minimum 5 years in general manufacturing machine or process design.
Experience with CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the technical execution of new automated equipment from design review through production.
Lead and/or support the design, development, and implementation of PLC-based automation systems
Modify PLC, HMI, and PC-based software to add features or resolve issues
Lead and/or support capital equipment projects involving custom automation, integrated production systems, and controls upgrades.
Coordinate and manage external integrators and equipment vendors
Prepare and maintain documentation required for equipment turnover to Production and Plant Maintenance.
Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and controls issues
Identify replacement components for obsolete or unavailable parts.
Maintain records of design changes, control modifications, and equipment improvements.
Work collaboratively with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure seamless equipment integration.
Represent Manufacturing Engineering on product and equipment design teams as assigned.