Mechatronics & Automation Engineer

Ovivo; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401k Match 4%

Company paid life insurance

Paid holidays

PTO 3 weeks/year

Job summary

Ovivo's Cembrane unit in Hutto, TX is seeking a hands-on Mechatronics & Automation Engineer to improve equipment reliability, solve production challenges, and lead automation and equipment improvement projects across the manufacturing line.

The role blends mechanical design, electrical troubleshooting, automation, and process improvement. You will work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to boost uptime, safety, quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical systems in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and production handover.
• Coordinate internal teams, contractors, and suppliers.
• Support acceptance testing, training, and equipment documentation.

Skills

Mech/Electrical troubleshooting

CAD design

PLC/Robotics/Automation

Lean manufacturing

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Automation/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

Job description

Cembrane specializes in advanced Silicon Carbide flat-sheet membranes for water treatment. We are expanding production capacity at our Hutto facility, improving existing equipment, and increasing automation across our manufacturing processes. We are looking for a hands-on Mechatronics & Automation Engineer to improve equipment reliability, solve production challenges, and lead automation and equipment improvement projects.

This role combines mechanical design, electrical troubleshooting, automation, process improvement, and project execution. You'll work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to improve uptime, safety, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.

Equipment Reliability and Technical Support

• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and implement lasting corrective solutions
• Partner with Production and Maintenance to improve safety, reliability, and uptime
• Support preventive maintenance, equipment breakdowns, commissioning, and production ramp-up

Automation and Equipment Improvements

• Lead automation and equipment improvement projects from concept through production
• Identify automation opportunities that improve safety, quality, capacity, and cost
• Manage equipment design, integration, suppliers, installation, testing, and handover
• Ensure equipment is safe, maintainable, and production-ready

Mechanical Design and CAD

• Create 2D/3D CAD designs for equipment, tooling, fixtures, and components
• Develop practical, manufacturable solutions that improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Maintain accurate engineering drawings and technical documentation

Manufacturing Process Improvements

• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost
• Partner with Production and Quality on root-cause analysis and corrective actions
• Conduct trials, validate results, and develop supporting process documentation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate across teams and with suppliers to resolve production and equipment issues
• Communicate technical issues and solutions clearly to all stakeholders
• Promote ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement

Commissioning and Project Execution

• Lead equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and production handover
• Coordinate internal teams, contractors, and suppliers
• Support acceptance testing, training, and equipment documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Does this sound like you?

• Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• Experience troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical systems in a production environment
• Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD and creating designs for fabricated or 3D-printed components
• Working knowledge of sensors, motors, drives, actuators, industrial controls, and machine safety
• Experience taking technical projects from concept through implementation
• Strong practical problem-solving, project organization, and communication skills
• Willingness to work hands-on with equipment on the production floor
• PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, machine vision, control panels, or automated material handling (preferred)
• Equipment commissioning, machine modifications, fixtures, tooling, or prototype design (preferred)
• Furnaces, kilns, thermal processing, ceramics, chemical processing, or continuous manufacturing (preferred)
• Lean Manufacturing, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement (preferred)

What we offer as an employer

At Ovivo, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. We value work-life balance and strive to provide an engaging work environment along with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities. We offer:

Benefits - all full-time employees are eligible for Ovivo's generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• 401k Match of 4%
• Company paid life insurance along with company paid short and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays
• Three weeks of PTO per year (prorated based on start date)
• Roll over of up to 64 unused PTO hours to the following year
• Sixteen personal hours (Hire date determines number of personal hours for the first year)
• Days off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day - paid by the company with no impact to PTO balance
• Annual Incentive Plans based on Company Profit

At Ovivo we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect.

About Ovivo

Ovivo is a global provider of equipment, technology, and systems producing among the purest water and treating some of the most challenging wastewater in the industry. Ovivo is a powerful global brand with renowned trademarks, possessing more than 150 years of expertise and references in water treatment, supported by its proprietary products, advanced technologies, and extensive system integration knowhow. Ovivo delivers conventional to highly technological water treatment solutions for the industrial and municipal markets and leverages its large installed base of equipment around the world to offer parts and services to its customers. Ovivo is dedicated to innovation in an industry that is in constant evolution and offers water treatment solutions that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable.

Cembrane is the world's leading manufacturer of Silicon Carbide (SiC) flat sheet membranes. This novel technology is reshaping how water is treated and reused. Cembrane's expertise lies in manufacturing SiC membranes, and continuous improvement is part of our DNA. In 2021, Cembrane joined the Ovivo family, strengthening its position as a leading membrane manufacturer. In 2023, Cembrane started production in Hutto, Texas, while headquarters remain in Denmark.