Automation Engineer - Robotics, PLCs & Smart Factory

Sanmina Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, in Huntsville, AL seeks an Automation Engineer to design, program, integrate and troubleshoot automated systems for high-mix and high-volume production lines. You will bridge hardware and software, implementing PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotic systems and fixtures for PCBA handling, inspection, and testing, while aligning with Industry 4.0 goals.

Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation and 3+ years in EMS manufacturing; US citizenship

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Automation.
• 3+ years as automation/controls engineer in EMS/electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with PLC platforms and robotics from major brands.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, deploy and troubleshoot automated equipment including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA and robotics.
• Develop end-of-arm tooling and fixtures for PCBA handling and testing.
• Integrate vision systems for alignment, defect detection and traceability.
• Ensure safety, durability and documentation per OSHA/ISO standards.

Skills

Ladder Logic

Structured Text

Python

C++

Problem Solving

Cross-functional communication

Adaptability

SMT processes knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

FANUC robotics

KUKA robotics

Universal Robots

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Electrical

EtherNet/IP

Modbus

PROFINET

OPC UA

Job description

SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, in Huntsville, AL seeks an Automation Engineer to design, program, integrate and troubleshoot automated systems for high-mix and high-volume production lines. You will bridge hardware and software, implementing PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotic systems and fixtures for PCBA handling, inspection, and testing, while aligning with Industry 4.0 goals.

Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation and 3+ years in EMS manufacturing; US citizenship