Automation Systems Engineer II

Mini-Circuits; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(K) and Profit‑Sharing Programs

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employer‑Sponsored Wellness Plans

Employee Benefit Advocate & Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading RF components manufacturer in New York seeks an Engineering professional to design and scale automated production test systems for RF and Microwave components. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree and have a minimum of 5 years of experience with robotic systems and automation. This is a full-time position offering a salary range of $100,000 - $125,000 per year and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with robotic systems, automated handlers, or precision motion/vision-based automation.
• Familiarity with high-mix/low-to-medium volume manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, validate, and scale automated production test systems for RF and Microwave components.
• Develop scalable, modular designs for automated handlers.
• Collaborate with global teams for alignment and standardized deployment.

Skills

Strong communication and documentation skills

Ability to lead cross-functional teams

Hands-on design/build/debug skills

Education

BS/MS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Control Systems Engineering

Tools

Excel

JMP

Python

Job description

Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high-performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. With design, sales, and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications. Our products are also used in detection, measurement, and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance, and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea, and aircraft; automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment.

Mini-Circuits sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, and sales representatives, as well as through our extensive website.

Position Summary

Design, validate, and scale automated production test systems and robotic device handlers for RF and Microwave components. This role is responsible for enabling standardized architectures, throughput improvement, global alignment, and long-term scalability of automated test processes.

Salary Range

$100,000 - $125,000 per year

Job Function

• Define, design, and validate standardized robotic test handlers, adaptable across multiple RF product lines.
• Drive new handler integrations and improvements, document FPY, OEE, and operator experience metrics.
• Collaborate with global teams (Brooklyn, Florida, India, Malaysia) to ensure alignment, backup-site readiness, and standardized deployment.
• System Design & Development
  • Analyze test and assembly processes to identify candidates for automation based on capacity, efficiency, and process control needs.
  • Develop scalable, modular designs for automated handlers, including mechanical, electrical, vision, and control systems.
  • Specify and integrate sensors (vision, position, presence), robotic arms, conveyors, and fixturing for precision RF component handling.
  • Incorporate RF test-specific requirements (grounding, thermal, high-frequency probing, shielding).
• Prepare proposals, resource/budget estimates, and project plans for new automation initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional reviews and maintain stakeholder communication from concept to qualification.
• Manage vendor engagement, procurement, build, and qualification of handler systems.
• Documentation & Training
  • Create system specifications, qualification/buy-off plans, operation and maintenance procedures.
  • Train users and support personnel on deployed automation platforms.
• Drive continuous improvement in throughput, FPY, reliability, and maintainability.
• Track and implement engineering changes and upgrades into future designs.
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies (vision, robotics, motion systems, AI-driven inspection) and evaluate for Mini-Circuits applications.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Control Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with robotic systems, automated handlers, or precision motion/vision-based automation.
• Familiarity with high-mix/low-to-medium volume manufacturing environments.
• Controls programming experience (PLC, microcontrollers in C/C++, or equivalent).
• Data collection and analysis skills (Excel, JMP, Python).
• Preferred Knowledge
  • Experience with automated inspection systems (AOI, Keyence, Cognex vision).
  • Knowledge of RF test process requirements and challenges.
  • Conveyor/robot integration, pneumatic actuators, precision fixturing.
  • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, OEE analysis, and ROI calculations.
  • Exposure to manufacturing ERP and PLM systems (SAP, Arena PLM, etc.).
• Skills
  • Strong communication and documentation skills.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and vendor collaborations.
  • Capable of balancing hands‑on design/build/debug with strategic project leadership.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Must be a US citizen or US permanent resident
• Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct
• Occasional travel, some overnight, as required

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(K) and Profit‑Sharing Programs
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employer‑Sponsored Wellness Plans
• Hospital & Accident Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Benefit Advocate & Employee Assistance Program
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Disclaimer: The listed qualifications and requirements for each position are intended as guidelines. Mini-Circuits reserves the right to hire outside of these guidelines at Management’s discretion.

Mini-Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, gender identity, gender dysphoria, pregnancy‑related condition, and domestic violence victim status or protected class characteristic, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law.