Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Bainbridge (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth and development

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. in Bainbridge, Georgia seeks an Automation Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, support maintenance, and lead safety and productivity improvements across teams. You will lead troubleshooting, asset reliability, and process performance initiatives while collaborating with CIM and other Shaw Automation Engineers.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, project involvement, and continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Become the subject matter expert for equipment and manufacturing processes within assigned departments.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Industrial controls

PC hardware/software

Electrical systems

Industrial networking

Machine safety systems

Servo motors

AC/DC power distribution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (any discipline)

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

Manufacturing Automation Engineer Position Overview

Shaw Industries is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our team in Bainbridge, Georgia, supporting one of our key manufacturing operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, implementing innovative automation solutions, and driving improvements in safety, quality, reliability, and productivity. As an Automation Engineer, you'll work closely with production, maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to optimize manufacturing processes and support the advanced technologies that keep our facility running efficiently.

Want a closer look at our facility and team? Watch our Bainbridge Plant Video: Shaw Plant 70 and 86 Engineering | Videos & Movies on Vimeo.

Why Bainbridge?

Located in beautiful southwest Georgia, Bainbridge offers a lower cost of living, easy access to outdoor recreation, and the charm of a close-knit community. Our Plant 70 team is known for its collaborative culture, strong leadership, and commitment to operational excellence. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact in a facility where engineering and innovation are highly valued.

What You’ll Do

Technical Leadership & Problem Solving

• Become the subject matter expert for equipment and manufacturing processes within assigned departments.
• Support maintenance technicians, electricians, and process engineers in advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis.
• Lead efforts to improve equipment reliability, uptime, and process performance.

Continuous Improvement

• Partner with production teams to identify and implement safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Drive plant and departmental objectives through automation technologies and process optimization.
• Utilize data and analytics to improve manufacturing performance.

Capital Projects

• Design, manage, and execute capital improvement projects.
• Provide leadership throughout project planning, installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Support electrical power distribution, controls systems, and mechanical project components.

Automation & Controls

• Maintain and enforce Shaw's electrical standards and code requirements.
• Ensure all automation systems remain supported through proper documentation, drawings, source code management, spare parts, and vendor support.
• Collaborate with Corporate Information Manufacturing (CIM) and other Shaw Automation Engineers to leverage best practices and share knowledge across the organization.

Talent Development

• Mentor and develop technical resources within the plant.
• Support skill development and knowledge transfer among maintenance and engineering teams.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (any discipline)
• Minimum 1 year of automation engineering experience
• Experience with: PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley and/or Siemens)
• Experience with: HMI systems
• Experience with: Industrial controls and automation platforms
• Experience with: PC hardware and software systems
• Knowledge of: AC, DC, and Servo motors
• Knowledge of: Single‑phase and three‑phase electrical systems
• Knowledge of: Industrial power distribution
• Knowledge of: Machine safety systems and guarding standards
• Knowledge of: Industrial networking protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing operations
• Project management or capital project experience
• Experience writing software applications used for process data collection and analysis
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Schedule Flexibility: Must be available to support off‑shift operations, weekends, and holidays when business needs require.

Key Competencies

• Execute Action Plan
• Build Trusting Relationships
• Initiate Action
• Innovate

Shaw Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Resources and Employee Discounts

Why Shaw?

At Shaw, you’ll join a company that values innovation, teamwork, continuous improvement, and developing talent from within. Whether you’re early in your engineering career or looking to grow your technical expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly impact manufacturing performance and business success.

Build the future of manufacturing with Shaw Industries in Bainbridge, Georgia.

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Work Shift

8 Hr non‑rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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