Automation Engineer- PLC

Jobot; Apple Grove (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

retirement planning

PTO

and more!

Job summary

Jobot in the United States (West Virginia) is seeking a seasoned Mechatronics/Automation Engineer to lead engineering and project execution for robotic and automation solutions across multiple sites.

You will assess vendors, plan FAT and commissioning, develop technical documentation, and mentor teams while building supplier relationships to support supply chain consolidation. This role requires travel up to 20% and strong cross-cultural collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
• 5–10 years’ experience in mechatronics/automation engineering.
• Experience with on-site customer service, technical support, and commissioning.
• Strong project management or product development experience in a multicultural environment.
• Expertise in robotics applications, process control, automation, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and work across international sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and project execution for robotic and automation solutions.
• Assess and select vendors, components, and subcontractors for projects.
• Plan and conduct FAT, factory acceptance tests, and commissioning activities (up to 20% travel).
• Provide technical support and guidance to local teams and customers.
• Develop standard documentation (technical specs, checklists, functional descriptions, P&IDs) for robotic applications.
• Build long-term relationships with suppliers and contribute to supply chain consolidation.
• Mentor and support capability development in mechatronics and automation.

Skills

Mechatronics

Automation

Project management

Customer service

3D CAD

SolidWorks

PLC programming

SCADA systems

WinCC

Vendor management

Education

Master’s in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Wonderware

WinCC

Job description

Great opportunity to join a global leading manufacturing company in the building materials space!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Matt Tassoni

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is an industry leading manufacturing company focused in the building materials space!

Why join us?

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• retirement planning
• PTO
• and more!

What You’ll Do

• Lead engineering and project execution for robotic and automation solutions
• Assess and select vendors, key components, and subcontractors for projects
• Plan and conduct shop tests, factory acceptance tests, and commissioning activities (up to 20% travel)
• Provide technical support and guidance to local teams and customers
• Develop standard documentation (technical specs, checklists, functional descriptions, P&IDs) for robotic applications
• Build long‑term relationships with suppliers and contribute to supply chain consolidation
• Mentor and support capability development in mechatronics and automation

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electro‑Mechanical, or Process Engineering
• 5–10 years’ experience in mechatronics/automation engineering in industries such as steelmaking, glassmaking, foundry, automotive, or mining
• Experience with on-site customer service, technical support, and commissioning
• Strong project management or product development experience in a multicultural environment
• Expertise in robotics applications, process control, automation, and electro‑mechanical systems
• Hands‑on experience with 3D CAD (Creo or SolidWorks), PLC programming (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley), and SCADA systems (Wonderware, WinCC)
• Knowledge of process design, dimensioning, simulation, and system testing (FAT, point‑to‑point, individual tests)
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems, integrate diverse technologies (hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, valves), and work across multiple international sites
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and vendor negotiation skills
• Knowledge of high‑temperature processes (steel, glass) and vision systems is a plus

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