Manufacturing Automation Engineer

jci; Lubbock (TX); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Paid time off: 15 days vacation, 10

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Johnson Controls is seeking an automation engineer to improve and support our automated Assembly, Test, and Production systems. You will increase equipment performance, reliability, and throughput by applying advanced automation, PLC programming, and data acquisition expertise.

You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Process Engineering to drive continuous improvement and implement sustainable automation solutions across existing assets and new equipment.

Formación

• Experience in automating assembly and production lines.
• Strong PLC programming and debugging skills.
• Familiarity with robotics, sensors, HMIs, and data collection.

Responsabilidades

• Improve uptime, reliability, and performance of automated equipment.
• Lead PLC/controls development and optimize software and HMI interfaces.
• Own OEE improvement initiatives and analyze downtime trends.
• Lead new equipment automation projects from specification to commissioning.

Conocimientos

Automation

PLC programming

Robotics

HMI development

Data acquisition

Troubleshooting

Industrial controls

Herramientas

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

PLC programming software

Descripción del empleo

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What we offer

• Competitive salary

• Paid time off:15 days' paid vacation/10 days' paid holidays/5 sick days each calendar year

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision care - all available day one of employment

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

You will be responsible for improving, maintaining, and supporting all automated Assembly, Test, and Production systems within the facility. You will also focus on increasing equipment performance, reliability, OEE, and process capability by providing advanced technical expertise in automation, PLC programming, industrial controls, robotics, data acquisition, and troubleshooting.

This role supports new equipment installations while prioritizing optimization of existing assets, ensuring they operate safely, consistently, and at required production rates. You will also work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Product Engineering, and Process Engineering to drive continuous improvement and deliver sustainable automation solutions.

How you will do it

Equipment Performance & Reliability

• Improve performance, uptime, and reliability of automated Assembly and Testing equipment.

• Lead troubleshooting of complex automation issues, including PLC logic, sensors, communications, HMIs, robotics, and servo/motion systems.

• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring equipment failures and implements permanent corrective actions. Drive improvements to eliminate unplanned downtime and reduce cycle time variability.

2. PLC, Controls, and Software Development

• Develop, modify, optimize, and maintain PLC programs (Allen-Bradley / Siemens or plant standards).

• Update and improve HMI screens, diagnostics, alarm structures, and operator interfaces.

• Maintain robust version control and documentation for all automation code.

• Implement and maintain error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) logic to prevent product or process defects.

3. OEE Improvement & Automation Optimization

• Own OEE improvement initiatives for automated lines - Availability, Performance, Quality.

• Analyze performance data and downtime trends to target improvement opportunities.

• Optimize machine motion profiles, cycle times, process sequences, and control logic.

• Support Process Engineering in eliminating bottlenecks and improving takt adherence.

4. New Equipment & Technology Integration

• Lead automation-related activities for new equipment: specification, vendor management, design reviews, and commissioning.

• Develop functional specifications, control architecture, and FAT/SAT acceptance criteria.

• Support equipment buyoffs, debugging, installation