Industrial Automation Engineer: Mechatronics & PLCs

John Deere; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 86,892 - 130,332; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive base pay

401K

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies

Employee discounts

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

John Deere in Thibodaux, LA is seeking a Factory Automation Engineer to design, program, and optimize factory automation systems, including PLCs, robotics, and mechatronics, in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You will work in a collaborative team, deliver solutions within project plans, and support product development while adhering to safety and quality standards. This onsite role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with engineering design, development, implementation, testing, and technical documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Experience with industrial automation, including PLC/HMI systems, robotics, and mechatronic equipment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies, CAM and system integration methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and perform intermediate-level factory automation engineering tasks across controls, robotics, and mechatronics.
• Collaborate in a team environment in manufacturing; work plans may be reviewed by supervisors.
• Provide day-to-day technical support for PLCs, robotics, and integrated equipment.
• Contribute to design and implementation of control systems, robotics, and mechatronic solutions.
• Ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Engineering design

Troubleshooting

Industrial automation

System integration

CAM

Engineering software

Data management

Project management

Regulatory standards

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics engineering

Tools

PLC/HMI systems

Robotics

Mechatronics equipment

Job description

John Deere in Thibodaux, LA is seeking a Factory Automation Engineer to design, program, and optimize factory automation systems, including PLCs, robotics, and mechatronics, in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You will work in a collaborative team, deliver solutions within project plans, and support product development while adhering to safety and quality standards. This onsite role offers competitive pay and benefits.