Industrial OT & Automation Engineer

Magna International Limited; Shepherdsville (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating in Shepherdsville, KY, is seeking an Operational Technology Engineer to lead automation initiatives across manufacturing lines, programming PLCs, implementing robotics, and integrating Industry 4.0 tech to improve quality and throughput.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations, ensure safety and ISO compliance, and mentor teams on automation standards as Magna continues to expand its advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechatronic, Automation, or Controls).
• Preferred 5+ years of manufacturing automation experience.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting, robotics, and industrial automation equipment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, production processes, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation initiatives from concept to implementation, driving labor reduction, quality improvement, throughput gains, ROI justification, equipment and supplier management, and capital project execution.
• Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial network, and motion control systems while establishing control standards and integrating new equipment into manufacturing operations.
• Program and optimize robotic, vision, and advanced automation systems, including collaborative robots and AGV/AMR technologies, to enhance error-proofing, equipment reliability, and overall operational efficiency.
• Lead Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing initiatives by integrating connected factory technologies, production data systems, real‑time analytics, and predictive maintenance solutions to drive digital transformation and operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing production losses, applying structured problem-solving methodologies, and implementing automation solutions to enhance cycle time, labor efficiency, process capability, and operational excellence.
• Ensure automation systems meet all safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements by supporting risk assessments, audits, equipment validation, machine safeguarding, and fostering a strong culture of workplace safety and compliance.
• Serve as the plant automation subject matter expert by establishing standards and best practices, mentoring and training personnel, supporting global automation initiatives, and evaluating emerging technologies to drive technical excellence and innovation.

Skills

Engineering degree

Manufacturing automation experience

PLC programming

Robotics & automation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

OPC-UA

MQTT

SQL

Power BI

Vision sensors

Job description

Magna Seating in Shepherdsville, KY, is seeking an Operational Technology Engineer to lead automation initiatives across manufacturing lines, programming PLCs, implementing robotics, and integrating Industry 4.0 tech to improve quality and throughput.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations, ensure safety and ISO compliance, and mentor teams on automation standards as Magna continues to expand its advanced manufacturing capabilities.