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

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a senior Mechatronics/Automation engineer to lead engineering and project execution for robotic solutions. You will collaborate with diverse teams, assess vendors, conduct FATs, and support commissioning across sites.

The role involves developing technical specs and documentation, building supplier relationships, and mentoring growth in mechatronics and automation, with travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics or Automation or related field.
• 5–10 years’ experience in mechatronics/automation engineering.
• Experience with on-site customer service, testing, and commissioning.
• Strong project management or product development experience in multicultural environments.
• Expertise in robotics, process control, automation, and electro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Robotics applications

Process control

Automation engineering

SCADA systems

CAD (Creo/SolidWorks)

PLC programming

Education

Master’s degree in Mechatronics

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Job Details

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

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

Background Checks

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.