Onsite Automation Engineer – Manufacturing Systems & Improvements

Energy Jobline ZR; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Automation Engineer for an onsite role in Latrobe, PA. The candidate will design, install, and qualify automated systems, while overseeing procurement, startup activities, and continuous improvement across manufacturing facilities.

The role requires a college degree or equivalent injection molding experience plus 3+ years in automation, with knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing safety standards.

Qualifications

• College degree or injection molding processing experience.
• 3+ years of automation or related field experience.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety standards.
• Ability to work with standard methods of work in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with efficient operation of manufacturing facilities by procuring and maintaining automation equipment.
• Design, oversee installation, and qualification of new automation systems.
• Manage automation costs and present savings opportunities to management.
• Maintain and improve existing automation machines within the division.
• Coordinate with outside suppliers for automation projects.
• Create and approve specifications and designs for new automation machines.
• Manage construction schedules to meet production needs for automation projects.
• Procure purchase orders for automation at suppliers.
• Assist with production start-ups related to automation machinery.
• Troubleshoot automation machines and oversee continuous improvement efforts.
• Support other divisions with automation projects as needed.
• Use a handheld propane torch on the production floor as required.

Skills

Automation experience

GD&T

Safety standards

Standard methods

Education

College degree

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Automation Engineer for an onsite role in Latrobe, PA. The candidate will design, install, and qualify automated systems, while overseeing procurement, startup activities, and continuous improvement across manufacturing facilities.

The role requires a college degree or equivalent injection molding experience plus 3+ years in automation, with knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing safety standards.