Automation Engineer - Optical Module Backend Line

HR on Demand; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HR On Demand is partnering with a client leader in robotics to recruit a Backend Module Engineer / Automation Engineer for optical module production in Texas. You will own the automated backend assembly line, configure robotic stations, maintain control software, and ensure high uptime and quality on the production floor.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years on automated production lines, hands-on robotics and station control experience, and familiarity with optics manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation or related engineering field.
• 2+ years of automation, equipment or backend manufacturing engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with robotic automation and station control software.
• Experience integrating production stations with MES.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and onsite work on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimize the backend automation line.
• Troubleshoot robots, PLCs, sensors, motion control, vision, and HMIs.
• Set up and qualify new automation equipment.
• Maintain station control software and MES connectivity.
• Drive uptime and yield improvements through data analysis.

Skills

Robotic automation

Line control systems

Troubleshooting onsite

Data-driven optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation or related engineering field

Tools

MES connectivity

PLC programming

Vision systems

Job description

HR On Demand is partnering with a client leader in robotics to recruit a Backend Module Engineer / Automation Engineer for optical module production in Texas. You will own the automated backend assembly line, configure robotic stations, maintain control software, and ensure high uptime and quality on the production floor.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years on automated production lines, hands-on robotics and station control experience, and familiarity with optics manufacturing.