Optical Module Automation Engineer

Accelera Staffing; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing is partnering with a leading robotics and optical systems innovator to hire an Automation Engineer for its Texas-based manufacturing site. The role focuses on the automated backend assembly process, controlling robotic stations, MES connectivity, and equipment maintenance to sustain optimal production performance.

The candidate will bring at least two years of automation experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of PLCs, vision systems, motion control, and HMI interfaces,

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in an engineering discipline with two+ years in automated manufacturing or automation engineering.
• Experience with robotic automation and station-level control software.
• Strong background in control systems including PLCs, vision, motion, and HMI.
• Experience integrating production equipment and MES connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee backend robotic assembly stations and tune performance.
• Manage configuration and upkeep of production and station control software.
• Coordinate integration of stations for seamless data flow and MES connectivity.
• Direct installation and qualification of new automation equipment and maintenance programs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Test, and Process teams to address manufacturing challenges.
• Work on root-cause analysis to minimize production interruptions.

Skills

Robotics systems

Control software

MES connectivity

PLCs

Vision systems

HMI interfaces

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or related engineering

Job description

Accelera Staffing is partnering with a leading robotics and optical systems innovator to hire an Automation Engineer for its Texas-based manufacturing site. The role focuses on the automated backend assembly process, controlling robotic stations, MES connectivity, and equipment maintenance to sustain optimal production performance.

The candidate will bring at least two years of automation experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of PLCs, vision systems, motion control, and HMI interfaces,