Automation Engineer (PE_AME A Group)-Houston,TX

Q-Edge Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Q-Edge Corporation is seeking a seasoned engineer to lead the introduction (NPI), debugging, and sustaining of complex automated manufacturing systems. You will be responsible for the electrical and software stability of production equipment, including Robotics, PLCs, AOI systems, and AGVs.

You will drive technology to minimize downtime and optimize cycle times. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, 3+ years of electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field
• 3+ years of electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing
• Experience in robotics, AGV, AOI or related fields
• AI implementation experience in automation environments

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI and debugging of automated manufacturing systems.
• Analyze root causes of product failures using professional techniques.
• Participate in equipment evaluation, DOE verification, and DFMs.
• Push equipment installation, debugging, and vendor support at NPI.
• Implement preventive improvements to reduce downtime and ensure production continuity.
• Manage spare parts and maintenance in manufacturing environments.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical maintenance

Robotics/AGV/AOI

Problem solving

Cross-team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

Mitsubishi PLC

Omron PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Purpose of the position

The main purpose of this position is leading the introduction (NPI), debugging, and sustaining of complex automated manufacturing system. You will be responsible for the electrical and software stability of production equipment, including Robotics, PLCs, AOI system, and AGVs. You will not only directly troubleshoot controls issue, but also introduce latest technology to minimize downtime and optimize cycle time.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze the causes of failures: Use professional analysis techniques and tools to conduct a comprehensive and in-depth inspection and analysis of failed products, and determine the root causes of product failures, including design defects, material problems, manufacturing process deviations, environmental factors, etc.
• Automatic & Mechanical Equipment Introduction Participate early-stage Design for Manufacturability (DFM), equipment evaluation/design/development and DOE verification assembly process.
• Push EQ improvement to increase assembly yield and meet customer targets
• Automatic & Mechanical Equipment Installation & Debug Push vendor’s equipment setup/installation/debug at NPI . Analyze causes of equipment failures and promote resolution.
• Push EQ preventive improvement to reduce downtime & ensure production continuity.
• Equipment Maintenance in MP Stage Machine trouble shooting and yield improve during maintenance phase . EQ spare parts management (optimal inventory & Risk alert)

Education and work experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing, background in automotive electronics, semiconductor, or precision assembly industries preferred.
• Experience in robotics, AGV, AOI, or related specialized fields is highly preferred.
• AI implementation experience in automation environments is preferred.

Supervision

This role provide does not need indirect supervision/mentorship/coaching

Working conditions

This role is primarily based in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility, requiring daily presence on the production floor to oversee processes, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational efficiency.
May require occasional weekend hours to support production deadlines, emergency repairs, or project implementations.

Skills

• Proficient in Mitsubishi/Omron/Siemens PLC programming and commissioning, experience in parameter configuration and troubleshooting of VFDs and servo drives.
• Able to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; familiar with low-voltage power distribution systems.
• Strong problem-solving and research capabilities, cross-team communication skills.