Automation Engineer: Production Robotics & Process Optimizer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McWane seeks an Automation Engineer to design, test, and improve automated systems across mechanical and digital environments within its Oskaloosa facility. The role focuses on optimizing processes, achieving productive automation, and ensuring high-quality output.

The position emphasizes automation leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing professional development to stay ahead of technology trends. This is an on-site role with a focus on improving production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Automation with 4+ years manufacturing experience or 6 years experience.
• Strong programming, automation, PLC, and blueprint reading skills.
• CAD/CAM, Fanuc robot experience, metallurgical knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and improve automated systems to optimize production.
• Analyze processes, tooling, and metrics to reduce inefficiencies and costs.
• Review and update automation processes to maximize productivity and quality on the floor.
• Provide automation training to machinists and operators to ensure competency.
• Continuously learn new automation technologies and seek improvements.

Skills

Programming skills

Automation experience

PLC experience

Blueprint reading

Robot integration

Math aptitude

Trigonometry

Geometry

Education

Associate degree in Automation (Programming, Robotics, Machine Technology)

Four-year Engineering degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical)

Tools

CAD/CAM

Fanuc Robot

Metallurgy knowledge

Job description

McWane seeks an Automation Engineer to design, test, and improve automated systems across mechanical and digital environments within its Oskaloosa facility. The role focuses on optimizing processes, achieving productive automation, and ensuring high-quality output.

The position emphasizes automation leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing professional development to stay ahead of technology trends. This is an on-site role with a focus on improving production efficiency.