Manufacturing Automation Engineer II

Productive Resources LLC; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Productive Resources LLC seeks an experienced engineer to join our team at the customer facility in Stoughton, WI. You will support manufacturing processes, equipment and new product introductions, driving continuous improvement and coordinating with cross-functional teams to implement automation solutions.

The role requires hands-on design, programming, and implementation of automation, with a focus on maximizing production performance and safety.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years industrial experience.
• Knowledge of PLC, HMI, and robotic programming.
• Understanding of machine tool operations.
• Machine tool building principles and OSHA/safety knowledge.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
• Proficient in SolidWorks, DraftSight, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for plant production by responding to line disruptions in a multi-plant operation.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing workflows, space requirements and equipment layouts.
• Design and build custom equipment, tooling, and fixtures involving automation (PLCs, HMIs, robotics, safety systems).
• Provide PLC, HMI, and robotic programming support for all plants.
• Coordinate with vendors on specifications and procurement of equipment and parts.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and product engineers to optimize production methods.
• Manage projects through planning, development, and implementation.
• Promote manufacturing consistency across the organization.
• Conduct production time studies as needed.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robotics programming

Analytical thinking

Creativity

Teamwork

Industry knowledge

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

MS Office

Job description

Productive Resources LLC seeks an experienced engineer to join our team at the customer facility in Stoughton, WI. You will support manufacturing processes, equipment and new product introductions, driving continuous improvement and coordinating with cross-functional teams to implement automation solutions.

The role requires hands-on design, programming, and implementation of automation, with a focus on maximizing production performance and safety.