Automation Engineer: Robotics, Controls & Project Leadership

LeoForce; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 112,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce, Fridley, MN, is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead design, development, programming, and implementation of custom automation solutions within a manufacturing environment.

This hands-on role combines machine design, controls programming, robotics integration, and project leadership, requiring 5+ years of automation experience and proficiency with PLCs, Fanuc robotics, SolidWorks, and SkyCAD. Join a collaborative, growth-focused team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with automation equipment and systems
• Experience with PLC programming and industrial controls
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent cross-functional communication abilities

Responsibilities

• Design custom automation equipment, machine retrofits, robotic work cells, and end-of-arm tooling using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed drawings, assemblies, and bills of materials.
• Design for manufacturability, reliability, maintainability, and performance.
• Support machine builds, testing, and implementation.
• Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop project plans and coordinate internal resources.
• Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, technicians, and customers.
• Support installation, startup, commissioning, training, and post-deployment troubleshooting.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC programming

Robotics

Mechanical drawings reading

Electrical schematics reading

Cross-functional communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Automation Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

SkyCAD

Fanuc robots

HMI development

Job description

LeoForce, Fridley, MN, is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead design, development, programming, and implementation of custom automation solutions within a manufacturing environment.

This hands-on role combines machine design, controls programming, robotics integration, and project leadership, requiring 5+ years of automation experience and proficiency with PLCs, Fanuc robotics, SolidWorks, and SkyCAD. Join a collaborative, growth-focused team.