Automation & Robotics Manufacturing Engineer: Elevate Production

Advanced Exhaust Solutions; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Exhaust Solutions in Lakeville, MN seeks a Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and Robotics to develop and optimize automated manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with production, engineering, and suppliers to integrate robotics, implement controls, and ensure safe, reliable production.

The role requires a hands-on approach with robot programming, PLC/HMI work, sensors, and electromechanical systems, plus experience with Lean manufacturing and 5S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering required.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience with automation or robotics.
• Hands-on experience with industrial robot programming, PLC and HMI troubleshooting, sensors, and electrical/pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automated manufacturing methods, robot programs, and standard work instructions.
• Maintain robot and controls program backups, equipment documentation, and setup instructions.
• Design, procure, assemble, or modify tooling, fixtures, sensors, and equipment for automation.
• Analyze cycle times, downtime, and equipment performance to identify improvements.
• Train shop floor and maintenance personnel on equipment operation and updated processes.
• Support Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and 5S within automated areas.
• Collaborate with product development and integrators to evaluate automation feasibility.

Skills

Robot programming

PLC troubleshooting

HMI troubleshooting

Sensors integration

Electrical/pneumatic systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Global Shop Solutions

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advanced Exhaust Solutions in Lakeville, MN seeks a Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and Robotics to develop and optimize automated manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with production, engineering, and suppliers to integrate robotics, implement controls, and ensure safe, reliable production.

The role requires a hands-on approach with robot programming, PLC/HMI work, sensors, and electromechanical systems, plus experience with Lean manufacturing and 5S.