Industrial Automation Engineer

ExecuSource; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

ExecuSource is seeking an Industrial Automation Engineer to lead Siemens PLC initiatives across U.S. plants, supporting automation, robotics, and vision system projects. The role requires relocation flexibility to Greer, SC or Troy, MI, with up to 50% travel and support for domestic operations.

You will manage scope and budgets while coordinating with development and plant teams, ensuring effective data transfer and resolving Vision/PLC/HMI/robotic issues. Fluent English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience as a Robotics or PLC Specialist.
• Strong Siemens PLC knowledge; FANUC Robot experience preferred.
• Fluent English required.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation initiatives across multiple U.S. plants, serving as Siemens PLC resource.
• Manage project scope, budget, and technical data transfer to development and plant teams.
• Support plant operations on Vision, PLC/HMI, and Robotic equipment issues.
• Travel 30-50% domestically.

Skills

Siemens PLC expertise

FANUC Robot experience

Robotics

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC hardware

FANUC Robot

Job description

Location: Greer, SC or Troy, MI (relocation to Toledo, OH in 2027)

Salary: $90000 to $115,000

Our client is seeking an Industrial Automation Engineer to serve as a key Siemens PLC resource, supporting automation, robotics, and vision system initiatives across their U.S. manufacturing network.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead automation initiatives across multiple U.S. plants, serving as a strong Siemens PLC resource
• Manage project scope, budget, and technical data transfer to development and plant teams
• Support plant operations on Vision, PLC/HMI, and Robotic equipment issues
• 30-50% domestic travel ongoing

What you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 5 years of experience as a Robotics or PLC Specialist
• Strong Siemens PLC knowledge required; FANUC Robot experience preferred
• Fluent English required

What's in it for you:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive plans for you and your family.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, including vacation and sick leave.