Principal Automation Engineer – Robotics & Smart Factory

Collins Aerospace; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a senior automation professional to lead deployment and optimization of robotics systems across onsite facilities in the U.S. You will drive smart factory initiatives, manage budgets, and guide teams through DFM/DFA processes to scale automation across capital projects.

You will build roadmaps for continuous innovation, provide training, and coordinate with suppliers, ensuring on-time delivery within financial constraints.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 8+ years experience or an advanced degree with 5+ years experience.
• Experience leading automation projects across manufacturing environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment and troubleshooting of robotics systems and integrate them with control systems.
• Lead or contribute to machine connectivity initiatives for smart factory capabilities.
• Participate in DFM and DFA initiatives to design for efficient automation.
• Create and manage budgets for automation projects ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Develop training programs for staff to use new technologies and provide ongoing support.
• Develop roadmaps for continuous innovation, maintenance, and enhancement of automation and software.
• Prepare statements of work, supplier selection, and release to production for capital projects.

Skills

Robotics & automation

Industrial IoT

Project leadership

Network configuration

Data modeling

Design for Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred

Tools

PLC/SCADA

Industrial networking

CAD/engineering software

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking a senior automation professional to lead deployment and optimization of robotics systems across onsite facilities in the U.S. You will drive smart factory initiatives, manage budgets, and guide teams through DFM/DFA processes to scale automation across capital projects.

You will build roadmaps for continuous innovation, provide training, and coordinate with suppliers, ensuring on-time delivery within financial constraints.