Automation Engineer: PLC & Robotics on the Shop Floor

GEOTEK LLC; Stewartville (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO & holidays

401k match

HSA contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing

Company events

Job summary

GEOTEK LLC is seeking an Automation Engineer to own and advance automation on the production floor in Stewartville, MN. This hands-on role blends software and hardware, requiring you to manage PLC controls, robotics, and hydraulic systems while identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

You’ll troubleshoot on the shop floor, write code and work instructions, and collaborate with manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience in automation or robotics.
• Hands-on experience with Allen‑Bradley PLC programming; other PLC environments a plus
• Experience programming and supporting Fanuc or similar robotic systems
• Background applying lean and six sigma in a manufacturing environment; six sigma certification a plus
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with solid math fundamentals
• Comfortable working across the floor and the office — this isn’t a desk‑only role

Responsibilities

• Own existing factory automation — software, controls, mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Identify cost-reducing automation opportunities and lead implementation end-to-end
• Develop, test, and document operational sequences and processes for new and existing products
• Troubleshoot complex production problems, determine root cause, and drive countermeasures
• Analyze production data to identify trends and recommend process improvements
• Estimate manufacturing costs, process time, and manpower requirements for automation initiatives
• Create and modify work instructions; train production employees and supervisors on new processes
• Apply lean and six sigma principles to drive measurable improvements in the factory

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Fanuc robotics

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Fanuc robots

Job description

GEOTEK LLC is seeking an Automation Engineer to own and advance automation on the production floor in Stewartville, MN. This hands-on role blends software and hardware, requiring you to manage PLC controls, robotics, and hydraulic systems while identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

You’ll troubleshoot on the shop floor, write code and work instructions, and collaborate with manufacturing teams.