Lead Automation Engineer – High-Volume Manufacturing

Akkodis; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a SME – Automation for a contract role in California to support development and deployment of advanced manufacturing automation systems for high-volume production, including machine design, robotics, machine vision, motion control, and process optimization.

You will lead automation projects, design and implement automated solutions, collaborate with engineering, support NPI builds, and drive DOE, RCA and continuous improvement across supplier networks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing automation experience.
• Experience with robotics, machine vision, PLCs, motion control, and sensors.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, DOE, and statistical analysis skills.
• Experience with CAD and GD&T.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation projects for manufacturing equipment and production lines.
• Design and implement automated manufacturing solutions.
• Work with engineering teams to identify automation opportunities and DFM improvements.
• Support machine design, machine vision, robotics, PLC controls, and motion systems.
• Manage equipment qualification including FAT, SAT, and production ramp.
• Drive root cause analysis, DOE, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Work with suppliers, automation integrators, and contract manufacturers.
• Support NPI builds and production launches.

Skills

Manufacturing automation

Machine design

Robotics

PLCs

Motion control

Machine vision

Sensors

Problem solving

DOE

Statistical analysis

Project management

Communication

Tools

CAD

GD&T

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a SME – Automation for a contract role in California to support development and deployment of advanced manufacturing automation systems for high-volume production, including machine design, robotics, machine vision, motion control, and process optimization.

You will lead automation projects, design and implement automated solutions, collaborate with engineering, support NPI builds, and drive DOE, RCA and continuous improvement across supplier networks.