Manufacturing Automation Engineer

ARi; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ARi is seeking a visionary Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer to lead the transformation of our production facility in Alpharetta, Georgia. You will design, program, and implement next-generation automated assembly lines using cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance efficiency and quality.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant engineering field and a minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing automation. The role focuses on robotic programming, system integration, and AI applications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing automation, with experience in robotic welding.
• Advanced programming proficiency with FANUC or KUKA robotic systems.
• Hands-on experience integrating AI vision systems or smart factory IoT platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy fully automated assembly lines from concept to final commissioning.
• Develop, simulate, and debug advanced motion paths for industrial robots.
• Program and integrate Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems.

Skills

Robotic programming

Automated assembly design

AI-driven applications

PLC programming

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Automation, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

FANUC robotic systems

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Rockwell Automation software

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Automation Engineer (Robotics & AI Transformation)

Salary - $75-85K (based on experience level)

Position Summary

We are seeking a visionary Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer to lead the transformation of our production facility. You will design, program, and implement next-generation automated assembly lines. This role bridges traditional industrial automation with cutting-edge AI technologies to optimize efficiency, quality, and throughput.

Key Responsibilities

• Line Implementation: Design and deploy fully automated assembly lines from concept to final commissioning.
• Robotic Programming: Develop, simulate, and debug advanced motion paths for KUKA or FANUC industrial robots.
• Controls Integration: Program and integrate Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000) and HMI/SCADA systems.
• AI Transformation: Deploy AI-driven applications, such as computer vision for quality inspection and machine learning for predictive maintenance.
• Robotic Welding: Configure and optimize robotic MIG/TIG welding cells, including torch calibration and weld sequencing.
• System Integration: Connect factory floor hardware with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and IoT networks.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Automation, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Experience: 3+ years in manufacturing automation, with experience in robotic welding applications.
• Robot Expertise: Advanced programming proficiency with FANUC (TP/Karel) or KUKA (KRL) robotic systems.
• PLC Expertise: Mastery of Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix platforms and Rockwell Automation software.
• Advanced Tech: Hands‑on experience integrating AI vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence) or smart factory IoT platforms.