Automation Engineer: Robotics, PLC & Vision Systems

Magna International Limited; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors seeks a highly skilled Controls & Automation Engineer to deploy and integrate automation across manufacturing operations. You will drive standardization of robotics, vision systems, and industrial controls while collaborating with vendors, operations, and regional teams to scale implementations.

The role requires strong PLC programming and experience with industrial automation in a manufacturing setting, plus the ability to travel as needed to support deployments and

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience supporting automation deployment and commissioning within manufacturing environments
• Experience with robotics, cobots, Autonomous Mobile Robots and vision systems preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in fast-paced production environments
• Ability to collaborate effectively across operations, engineering, vendors, and integrators
• Strong communication, coordination, and execution mindset with willingness to work hands-on when required
• Ability to travel as needed to support implementation and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, commissioning, and integration of automation systems within manufacturing environments
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems
• Support implementation of robotics, cobots, vision systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Collaborate with automation vendors, integrators, plant teams, and regional resources to ensure successful execution of projects
• Act as a regional point of contact for automation support, helping drive clarity, alignment, and removal of execution barriers
• Support development, standardization, and scaling of automation best practices across divisions
• Assist in troubleshooting system, integration, and startup issues within production environments
• Contribute to improving manufacturing performance, uptime, and operational efficiency through automation initiatives
• Ensure automation systems align with Factory of the Future objectives and operational requirements

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial control

Robotics & vision systems

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Automation / Mechatronics

Job description

Magna Exteriors seeks a highly skilled Controls & Automation Engineer to deploy and integrate automation across manufacturing operations. You will drive standardization of robotics, vision systems, and industrial controls while collaborating with vendors, operations, and regional teams to scale implementations.

The role requires strong PLC programming and experience with industrial automation in a manufacturing setting, plus the ability to travel as needed to support deployments and